University of Warwick Hiring for Teaching Fellow Job at United Kingdom Full Time

Fixed term for 12 months, 36.5 hours per week.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our teaching and learning team in the Department of Statistics at the University of Warwick. This opportunity has arisen due to increasing student numbers and we currently have an entry cohort of over 300 students. We offer a range of degree programmes including BSc and Integrated Masters in Mathematics and Statistics, MORSE (Mathematics, Operational Research, Statistics and Economics) and Data Science. We have a large percentage of international students and a capable and motivated student body – our standard entry requirements are A*AA including mathematics and further mathematics. We deliver around 60 modules ranging from first year mathematical techniques to masters-level advanced topics.

As Teaching Fellow, you will have a leading involvement in delivering problem classes, tutorials, and computer practicals and grading assignments for undergraduate students. You will also contribute to a range of other teaching and learning activities, possibly including personal tutoring, outreach and open days. Up to 20% of your time will be allocated to personal professional development, for example to pursue a research programme in Statistics or a related discipline or for ongoing professional development of your pedagogical skills and knowledge.

Successful candidates will be highly motivated, with a good honour’s degree in a relevant subject, and experience of teaching small groups. You will have a sound understanding of Statistics and Mathematics at first and second year University level. Ability to teach the use of relevant software packages and programming languages is desirable. You will be enthusiastic and committed to delivering a high-quality learning experience.

You will be able to work independently and as part of a team, aiding in the delivery and development of a busy teaching programme at Warwick. You will have excellent planning, time management and communication skills, and must be able to engage with and enthuse students during their learning experience in order to facilitate effective learning.

The Department of Statistics is committed to promoting equality and diversity, holding an Athena SWAN Bronze award which demonstrates this commitment. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community and will give due consideration to applicants seeking flexible working patterns, and to those who have taken a career break. Further information about working at the University of Warwick, including information about childcare provision, career development and relocation is at https://warwick.ac.uk/services/humanresources/workinghere/.

Informal enquires can be addressed to Dr Zorana Lazic ([email protected]) or Professor Jon Forster ([email protected]).

Up to five 1-year fixed-term positions are available. Applicants seeking a shorter term or other flexible working patterns, including part-time and term-time only, are encouraged. The posts are available from 1 October 2021, though start dates up until 1 February 2022 are possible.

Closing date: 9 September 2021. It is expected that interviews will take place in the second half of September.

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE:

Support the teaching and learning in the Department of Statistics

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To contribute to the educational goals of the Department of Statistics, promote a positive experience and create interest, understanding and enthusiasm amongst students

2. To support student learning through use of appropriate pedagogic methods

3. To lead small group teaching sessions including problem classes, tutorials and computer practicals.

4. To engage in assessment activities such as grading student work and providing constructive feedback to enable improvements.

5. To undertake preparation and development of material for teaching activities as required, including developing familiarity and clear understanding of concepts and methods.

6. To engage with wider teaching-related and administrative activities, such as personal tutoring, outreach and open days.

7. To reflect on practice and develop own teaching and learning skills.

8. To carry out any other duties commensurate with the grade and purpose of the post as advised by the Deputy Head of Department (Teaching and Learning).

9. To pursue a research programme in Statistics or a related discipline or a programme of ongoing professional development of your pedagogical skills and knowledge