Location: | Coventry |
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Salary: | £54,421 to £63,059 per annum |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Permanent |
Placed On: | 31st March 2023 |
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Closes: | 2nd May 2023 |
Job Ref: | 1890669 |
Indefinite position, 36.5hrs per week (1.0 FTE)
WMG is the largest department at the University of Warwick with over 800 staff, world renowned for providing innovative solutions to industry through its research, development and education programmes. Our industry focussed education portfolio includes nearly 3,000 students studying management, technology and applied engineering subjects, at postgraduate and undergraduate level. We have high expectations for our teaching and our courses are regularly ranked top in the UK and amongst the leading courses in their field in the world.
We are seeking to appoint an Associate Professor with an academic or professional track-record in the field of Design or Design Engineering. The successful candidate will hold significant professional or academic experience of product or industrial design and take a lead role in developing new courses in the areas of design relevant to WMGs strong links with manufacturing and industrial sectors. We are particularly interested in applicants with knowledge of sustainability concepts applied to design, as well as digital / UX design principles.
For roles at Associate Professor level the successful candidate is likely to have a doctorate, or equivalent professional education, significant experience of high-quality teaching and module/course development and a track record of engagement with innovate educational practice. For appointments at Associate Professor there is an expectation that the appointee be willing to take on leadership roles within education, such as course leader, managing a small team of academic staff or other educational leadership roles.
This role is on the University of Warwick Teaching Career Pathway, providing opportunities for advancement up to and including Professor level. This is an education focussed appointment and we are looking for candidates who can demonstrate experience of teaching in higher education and a passion for impactful education and positive student outcomes. Candidates with a track record in research outputs but limited educational experience are unlikely to be shortlisted for this role.
There is significant growth in demand for our education programmes and this is an exciting opportunity for you to develop your professional profile and work as part of a world- renowned education group. In return we will provide a great range of benefits which includes membership of the USS pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas closure, and excellent learning and development opportunities.
For an informal conversation about this role contact Professor Dan Nunan, Associate Dean (Postgraduate Education) at daniel.nunan@warwick.ac.uk.
Interview Date: w/c 15th or 22nd May 2023
Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the Apply button.
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