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Offer: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Sociology:Job description:Job location: Northampton Job location: Waterside Campus Documents: Job Description.pdf(PDF, 184.31kb) About the job 2 posts available; 1 x 0.6 FTE (22.2 hours per week) 1 x 0.4 FTE (14.8 hours per week) You will be asked to indicate which post(s) you are applying for as part of the application process Both posts are fixed term to 31 August 2024 Interview date to be confirmed The Psychology and Sociology subject area at the University of Northampton is seeking 2 enthusiastic and committed individuals to join our Sociology team in a fixed term part time post. The prosperous candidates will contribute to our teaching and related activities in our established undergraduate BA Sociology programme. The ideal candidates will have the necessary subject skills to make substantial contributions to modules concerning the following: The sociology of media and crime, the sociological imagination, cultural representations, and sex/gender (0.6FTE post) The sociology of inequalities, health, and self (0.4FTE post) 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 The prosperous candidate will have a passion to significantly contribute to our outstanding NSS scores via the education of sociology students to the highest standards, located on advanced academic expertise and an active blended learning approach involving workshops, case studies and the coordination of skills focused classes. You will join a team who deliver a diverse range of sociology modules around the areas of classical/contemporary sociological theory, identity/self, health, race/ethnicity and other sociological areas. You will also be responsible for dissertation supervision and more general tasks such as personal tutoring, skills development, assessment, programme development, administrative tasks, professional networking, continuing professional development and any other tasks normally expected from an individual of this level - including academic research. Qualifications Essential; Degree qualification or equivalent in significant subject Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or availability to obtain within an agreed timescale Desirable; Master's degree in significant subject Doctorate in significant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion significant professional qualification Right to Work All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. Equality 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/ Skills:
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