Academic Developer

We are seeking to appoint an experienced Academic Developer to join a thriving Academic Development and Enhancement team within our Centre for Quality Support and Development Department.

The successful applicant will have a key role in the development and delivery of our Academic Practice Programme for new staff who are involved in teaching and supporting learning. You will support the enhancement of teaching, learning and assessment across the University in line with the principles of our Curriculum Framework. You will also contribute to a range of new and established projects in partnership with academic schools, developing resources and designing and delivering educational and professional development opportunities.

You will have:

• An in-depth understanding of pedagogical developments in HE at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including in relation to assessment and feedback;
• A track record of effectively supporting the enhancement of teaching and learning in HE;
• Experience of designing, delivering and supporting effective and engaging professional development for the enhancement of learning, teaching and assessment.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants should ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement under the PBS. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

Informal contact details                                                                             

Contact role: Head of Academic Development and Enhancement              
Contact name: Joy Collier                                                                            
Contact phone: 0118 3784329                                                                       
Contact email: j.collier@reading.ac.uk                                                         

Alternative informal contact details

Contact role: Academic Developer
Contact name: Angela Buckingham
Contact phone: 0118 378 6354
Contact email: a.s.buckingham@reading.ac.uk

Interview Date: 9th March 2023

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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