Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Operations Management (R&T Track)

The Subject of Management in the Adam Smith Business School, is seeking to appoint a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Operations Management (Research & Teaching Track). The post is full-time (35 hours p/w) and open-ended.

A teaching specialism in Project Management is essential for this post, at all levels.

Lecturer: (Grade 7/8) You will have, or be developing, a growing international research reputation that can enhance the research profile of the School/College. You will be expected to provide excellent teaching in operations/project management and create dynamic learning environments. At Grade 8, experience of curriculum design/development is also essential.

Senior Lecturer: (Grade 9) You will have an excellent established international research reputation and be expected to provide leadership in the Subject generally, and in research (e.g. grant applications). Significant experience of delivering excellent teaching in operations/project Management, and of creating dynamic learning environments is essential.At this level you will also have a proven ability to design, review and enhance learning, teaching and assessment programmes.

Please make your research pipeline/any papers under review clear. Please also highlight any career breaks, e.g. due to maternity leave.

In line with our civic University values, and mission to change the world through our research, we are particularly interested in academics addressing global challenges via a range of stakeholders. A research programme that focuses on improving the lives of individuals, communities, and/or society is essential. We are keen to attract colleagues who see meaningful connections with the pioneering work of the Operations and Service Management (OSM) research cluster; a vibrant group researching how to create innovative and sustainable operational systems. We welcome methodological and disciplinary pluralism, seeking those who can collaborate with colleagues across the Subject, School, and University.

Developing your career is a key part of our offering. Support is provided for early career colleagues (Grade 7 and 8), with a structured and mentored programme, to ensure quick progress to Grade 8 (if applicable), and then Senior Lecturer. Development is key at all levels, and we offer ongoing mentoring and a good budget for conference attendance and personal development.

Informal enquiries should be directed to members of the Subject leadership team: Alison Smart Alison.Smart@glasgow.ac.uk; Scott Hurrell scott.hurrell@glasgow.ac.uk.

Visit our website for further information on the University of Glasgow’s Adam Smith Business School www.gla.ac.uk/schools/business

For more information, including full job descriptions, and to apply online: www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/lecturer-slash-senior-lecturer-in-operations-management-r-and-t

Closing date: 30^th June 2025 at 23:45

Interviews are expected to be late July/early August.

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