Graduate Teaching Assistant in Psychology

Location: Waterside Campus

Closing Date: 01-09-2024

Documents

• JD - GTA Psychology.pdf (PDF, 142.68kb)

About the Job

Fixed term: 3 years

Part time: 0.5FTE (18.5 hours per week)

Interview date: Thursday 12 September 

This is a fixed term Graduate Teaching Assistant post within the Psychology and Sociology Subject Area and is offered on a part time basis (0.5 FTE) for 36 months with the fees associated with postgraduate research studies addressed by the faculty.

The post will require you to undertake teaching, assessment, and related activities, primarily on British Psychological Society Accredited Psychology awards. The successful candidate may register as a postgraduate research student aligned to the Exceptional Experiences & Consciousness Studies Special Interest Research Group.

We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another.  With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.

About you

You will be a highly motivated individual with a willingness and ability to teach on a wide range of BPS “core“ modules including research methods. You will be expected to possess a relevant degree in psychology (eligible for BPS GBC). A working knowledge of both qualitative and quantitative research methods, and of research methods and findings in parapsychology is desirable.

A dedication to providing a personalised and supportive student learning experience is essential to the post. You will have well developed written and verbal communication, time management and organisation skills and an effective approach to completing tasks. Good IT skills, including competence in using visual learning environments and remote teaching platforms are essential.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Undergraduate degree in Psychology that confers eligibility for GBC, or related field of social science, with a classification of 2:1 or higher

Desirable:

• Master’s degree in psychology or related discipline

Right to Work 

All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. Due to the requirements laid out by UK Visas and Immigration regarding Right to Work in the UK, the University can only accept for this position applications from individuals who currently have a status allowing them to work in the UK. Due to this criteria we regret that we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

Equality 

We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical and sustainable work, study and living environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion.

This commitment, along with our legal and moral obligations, provides an inclusive environment for staff, students and the public who may be affected by our activities.

Together @ UON confirms our commitment to equality and inclusion, underpinned by our belief in taking action. We are dedicated to creating an environment that celebrates equality and harnesses the power of diversity.

Together @ UON demonstrates our pledge to our staff, students and partners to nurture and develop an environment where equality and inclusion can thrive whilst we Transform Lives and Inspire Change.

To find out more, please visit: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/governance-and-management/management/equality-and-diversity/

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