We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and successful scientist with the ability and skills to contribute to the world class teaching across programmes within the School of Biology. The University of Leeds obtained Gold in the recent Teaching Excellence Framework assessment; this appointment is therefore a chance for a successful applicant to join a sector-leading group within the UK.
As a Teaching Fellow, you will have a PhD in Ecology or a related area, with experience of teaching ecology, biology, field courses and field ecology or a closely related subject. You will have ability to teach at an advanced level with an enthusiastic, and engaging approach to delivery to students studying our undergraduate degree programmes of Ecology and Conservation Biology and our MSc programmes in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology, Global Conservation Science and Sustainable Agriculture.
The key requirement is the ability to teach and assess Ecology and Biology at undergraduate and Masters level, with a specific focus on practical and field based teaching. The primary criteria for appointment will be academic excellence and potential to further enhance the teaching activity within the School of Biology at the University of Leeds.
What we offer in return:
26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary.Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.And much more!The University of Leeds and the Faculty of Biological Sciences are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offer a range of family friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN (the national body that promotes gender equality in higher education), and the Faculty of Biological Sciences was awarded a Silver award in 2020. We are proud to be an inclusive Faculty that values all staff, and are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees. Our Athena SWAN webpage provides more information.
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Stefan Kepinski, Professor of Plant Sciences and Head of School of Biology
Tel: +44 (0)113 343 2865
Email: Biology.HoS@leeds.ac.uk
Beth Dyson, Curriculum Redefined Lecturer and Director of Student Education
Email: b.dyson@leeds.ac.uk
Closing Date: 27 Mar 2024
Section: Teaching
Salary: £37,099 to £44,263 per annum
