Graduate Teaching Assistant – Management

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Management Overview

This position is aimed at contributing to an exceptional student experience through a variety of teaching, assessment, and administrative responsibilities, primarily at the undergraduate level, as directed by the Programme Director or Head of Subject within The Adam Smith Business School.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, organization, and delivery of undergraduate teaching.
• Conduct a range of teaching and assessment activities to meet undergraduate course objectives.
• Engage in course administration tasks, ensuring timely communication, marking, and constructive feedback.
• Help develop teaching materials that align with established learning objectives.
• Utilize learning technologies to enhance course delivery and organization, including blended and online formats using platforms like Moodle.
• Apply specialized knowledge to meet the diverse needs of learners, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes student engagement and achievement.
• Participate in the assessment process using diverse methods, including oral assessments, and deliver timely feedback to support student learning.
• Supervise student projects and dissertations, providing guidance on skills and techniques to facilitate knowledge transfer.
• Engage in professional development activities as necessary.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head of School.
• Contribute to enhancing the University’s international profile in alignment with its Strategic Plan.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Hold an SCQF Level 10 qualification (Honours degree) in a relevant subject or a closely related discipline, or possess an equivalent qualification.
• Possess a professional teaching qualification or be in the process of obtaining one.
• Demonstrate specialized theoretical and practical knowledge in the relevant subject area.
• Exhibit the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Show readiness to accept collegiate responsibilities.
• Have relevant teaching experience.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Have relevant administrative experience, such as student support or course administration.

Terms and Conditions

The salary for this position will be at Grade 6, ranging from £33,951 to £37,694 per annum on a pro-rata basis. This role is offered on a fractional basis and is fixed term.

The University of Glasgow is committed to ensuring that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. If you require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK, you must meet the eligibility criteria for the visa route to receive a Certificate of Sponsorship. This position may qualify for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route if tradeable points can be utilized according to the Skilled Worker visa regulations.

Benefits

• A welcoming and engaging organizational culture that nurtures talent and celebrates success.
• A competitive employment package with generous terms, including 41 days of leave for full-time staff.
• Pension benefits and discount packages.
• A flexible working approach.
• Support for health and wellbeing, including a complimentary 6-month membership to UofG Sport for new staff.

The University values equality, diversity, and inclusion, and particularly encourages applications from individuals within underrepresented communities.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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