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Teaching Fellow in Mathematics and Physical Sciences (Dubai)

University of Birmingham - Birmingham International Academy

Location: Birmingham, Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 3rd February 2023
Closes: 5th March 2023
Job Ref: 101142

Background

A unique opportunity has arisen to become part of the University of Birmingham and to join our mission to deliver a world class British university education in the global city and international hub of Dubai. This post represents an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious World Top 100 University as we continue to grow our long-term strategic mission in Dubai, the UAE and the wider region. Our campus reflects the very best of Birmingham through our presence in Dubai. In September 2022, the University of Birmingham opened its new branch campus in Dubai, and we are seeking to appoint Teaching Fellows in Mathematics and Physical Sciences to join our expanding team.

The teaching is research-informed, and staff are encouraged to take part in relevant conferences

Role Summary

Contributing to the teaching and administration associated with the Foundation year, we are looking for tutors to teach modules on the Engineering and Physical Sciences pathways. Led by the Foundation Year Director of Engineering and Physical Sciences, the post holder will work alongside English Language Tutors (Teaching Academic English and Study Skills) to ensure students successfully complete their programme and are prepared for undergraduate study. Specifically:

  • Teaching within own subject area within an established teaching programme (under the supervision from an academic member of staff)
  • Contribute to the enhancement of the student experience or employability.
  • Contribute to deliver CPD programmes, consulting on their own specialism, often under the supervision of a project leader.

Main Duties

  • Teach courses at a range of levels within specified subject area and within own area of subject specialism to undergraduates, postgraduates and CPD students, predominantly through allocated lectures and seminars, so that the school’s teaching objectives are met.
  • Contribute to the design of modules with other colleagues.
  • Plan and prepare own teaching, including guidance notes and handouts in accordance with the established objectives of the teaching programme.
  • Devise and supervise projects, student dissertations and practical work.
  • Develop an approach to planning and reviewing own teaching.

Person Specification

  • Higher degree in Physics/ Mathematics/Chemistry/Computer Science
  • Thorough knowledge of applications of concepts in the fields of Engineering and research.
  • Ability to teach at least three subject areas from the above
  • High level analytical capability
  • Ability to design and deliver module materials successfully
  • Ability to assess and organise resources effectively
  • Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processes
  • The ability to form professional working relationships with all students, including under 18s and vulnerable adults.

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