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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Data Science (Physics/Astronomy/Mathematics)
| Posting date: | 01 July 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £37,099 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Lecturer (UH7): £37,099pa to £44,263pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience / Senior Lecturer (UH8): £44,263pa to £56,021pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 July 2024 |
| Location: | Hertfordshire, Eastern England |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 1 day per week |
| Company: | University of Hertfordshire |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 060255 |
Summary
Post Title: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Data Science (Physics/Astronomy/Mathematics)
SBU/Department: School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science
FTE: 1.0fte (working 37 hours a week)
Duration of Contract: Permanent
Salary: Lecturer (UH7): £37,099pa to £44,263pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience / Senior Lecturer (UH8): £44,263pa to £56,021pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane Campus, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
The School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science - Department of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics (PAM) is seeking to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Data Science, to support our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in this area and to conduct independent research. PAM is a research-active department with strengths in Astrophysics, Climate Science, Mathematics and Theoretical Physics research, currently funded through grants from STFC, NERC, the Royal Society and the Leverhulme Trust among others. Our Data Science teaching and research programmes build on our Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics expertise, and we are particularly keen to receive applications from research-active staff whose research interests complement our existing programmes.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
You will undertake teaching and assessment at undergraduate and postgraduate level in Data Science. You will also support learning through design and development of course materials including online content and undertaking necessary tutorial and administrative activities.
You will be expected to contribute actively to the research interests of the School and/or to develop short courses, commercial and Knowledge Transfer Partnership related activities in the School. You will supervise postgraduate research projects and apply for external funding to support research and/or commercial activities.
For the role of Senior Lecturer, you will also undertake an administrative role in the School such as Module Leadership, assisting with programme management, or other similar duties, provide leadership in an aspect of research or commercial activities and undertake other duties within the framework of the post as delegated by the Head of Department, Programme Leader for Mathematics, or Head of the relevant research group.
Skills and Experience
You must have experience of working in Data Science, Physics, Astronomy, Mathematics or closely related areas within Higher Education or in a relevant sector, including demonstrable research activity. In addition to this you will need proven experience of teaching or tutoring at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level. You must have a strong commitment to teaching, learning and student support at University level and a potential to attract external research and/or commercial funding. You will have demonstrable proficiency in English Language, with excellent oral and written communication skills. You must have a strong desire to enthuse and engage our students and be effective within a team setting. We will also expect from you a willingness to develop module and programme level material whilst also demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and to undertake professional qualifications where appropriate. Willingness and ability to contribute to teaching in other areas of Physics, Astronomy or Mathematics is desirable
For the role of Senior Lecturer, you must have substantial experience of working in Data Science, Physics, Astronomy, Mathematics, or closely related areas. You will also be required to have a strong track record of research publications and/or industrial experience and evidence of securing external funding. In addition to this, you must have the knowledge and demonstrable experience to contribute to the School's teaching and research areas.
Qualifications Required
The role requires a doctorate in a relevant subject area, or equivalent qualification.
Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.
An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate
This post of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Data Science (Physics/Astronomy/Mathematics)
School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science attracts a Recruitment Incentive of up to £5,000 payable to the successful candidate in their first salary payment after joining the University of Hertfordshire for the first time. For more details see Job Description.
Contact Details / Informal Enquiries: Informal inquiries about the post may be made to the Head of Department of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics: Prof. Jim Geach (j.geach@herts.ac.uk)
Closing Date: 05 August 2024
Interview Date: Est September 2024
Reference Number: 060255
Date Advert Placed: 01 July 2024
Our vision is to transform lives and UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics, and recognise there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts
SBU/Department: School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science
FTE: 1.0fte (working 37 hours a week)
Duration of Contract: Permanent
Salary: Lecturer (UH7): £37,099pa to £44,263pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience / Senior Lecturer (UH8): £44,263pa to £56,021pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane Campus, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
The School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science - Department of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics (PAM) is seeking to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Data Science, to support our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in this area and to conduct independent research. PAM is a research-active department with strengths in Astrophysics, Climate Science, Mathematics and Theoretical Physics research, currently funded through grants from STFC, NERC, the Royal Society and the Leverhulme Trust among others. Our Data Science teaching and research programmes build on our Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics expertise, and we are particularly keen to receive applications from research-active staff whose research interests complement our existing programmes.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
You will undertake teaching and assessment at undergraduate and postgraduate level in Data Science. You will also support learning through design and development of course materials including online content and undertaking necessary tutorial and administrative activities.
You will be expected to contribute actively to the research interests of the School and/or to develop short courses, commercial and Knowledge Transfer Partnership related activities in the School. You will supervise postgraduate research projects and apply for external funding to support research and/or commercial activities.
For the role of Senior Lecturer, you will also undertake an administrative role in the School such as Module Leadership, assisting with programme management, or other similar duties, provide leadership in an aspect of research or commercial activities and undertake other duties within the framework of the post as delegated by the Head of Department, Programme Leader for Mathematics, or Head of the relevant research group.
Skills and Experience
You must have experience of working in Data Science, Physics, Astronomy, Mathematics or closely related areas within Higher Education or in a relevant sector, including demonstrable research activity. In addition to this you will need proven experience of teaching or tutoring at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level. You must have a strong commitment to teaching, learning and student support at University level and a potential to attract external research and/or commercial funding. You will have demonstrable proficiency in English Language, with excellent oral and written communication skills. You must have a strong desire to enthuse and engage our students and be effective within a team setting. We will also expect from you a willingness to develop module and programme level material whilst also demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and to undertake professional qualifications where appropriate. Willingness and ability to contribute to teaching in other areas of Physics, Astronomy or Mathematics is desirable
For the role of Senior Lecturer, you must have substantial experience of working in Data Science, Physics, Astronomy, Mathematics, or closely related areas. You will also be required to have a strong track record of research publications and/or industrial experience and evidence of securing external funding. In addition to this, you must have the knowledge and demonstrable experience to contribute to the School's teaching and research areas.
Qualifications Required
The role requires a doctorate in a relevant subject area, or equivalent qualification.
Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.
An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate
This post of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Data Science (Physics/Astronomy/Mathematics)
School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science attracts a Recruitment Incentive of up to £5,000 payable to the successful candidate in their first salary payment after joining the University of Hertfordshire for the first time. For more details see Job Description.
Contact Details / Informal Enquiries: Informal inquiries about the post may be made to the Head of Department of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics: Prof. Jim Geach (j.geach@herts.ac.uk)
Closing Date: 05 August 2024
Interview Date: Est September 2024
Reference Number: 060255
Date Advert Placed: 01 July 2024
Our vision is to transform lives and UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics, and recognise there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts
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