Teaching Assistant
Job Description
Are you a doctoral graduate in Mathematics looking for an opportunity to undertake teaching and provide support for a variety of modules? Are you passionate about delivering an exceptional student experience?
Working both independently and as part of a larger teaching team, you will carry out teaching or teaching-related activities such as tutoring, marking, preparing of course materials, project, and dissertation supervision at undergraduate or MSc level. Depending on previous experience there are also opportunities to take on other responsibilities, such as implementing and coordinating e-learning activities in the School.
With a PhD (completed or submitted by the start of the appointment) in an area of Mathematics, Statistics or a closely related subject and excellent communication skills, you will have some experience of teaching or tutoring mathematics at undergraduate level and a willingness to contribute effectively to administrative activities related to teaching.
We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Dr Phil Walker, Associate Professor (Teaching and Scholarship)
Tel: +44 (0)113 343 7585
Email: [email protected]
OR
Dr Graham Murphy, Senior Teaching Fellow
Tel: +44 (0)113 343 5187
Email: [email protected]
Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role may only be suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants if they are eligible for salary concessions. For more information, please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/global-talent.
The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset. As part of our continued commitment to equality and inclusion, we strive to create an environment where everyone can reach their full potential and have a real opportunity to participate in and contribute to our activities.