Teaching Fellow
| Posting date: | 30 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £38,249 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 15 July 2025 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Aston University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0350-25 |
Summary
The Applied Mathematics Group in the School of Engineering and Innovations is seeking to appoint a part-time Teaching Fellow, for a fixed term of 2 years. Hours of work shall be set annually prior to the commencement of the relevant academic year and will vary according to the requirements of the School.
We are seeking enthusiastic applicants keen to develop their teaching skills. As the successful candidate you will be joining the Applied Mathematics Group in delivering our quality applied mathematics degree programmes at undergraduate level. They will have the opportunity to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate projects, be involved with our mathematics student society activities, and to engage externally through contributing to industrial networks, masterclasses and summer schools.
You will also be encouraged to pursue a personal research programme consistent with the Schools research priorities and to publish the outcomes of research in outlets of international standing.
You will hold a PhD in Mathematics or Physics. A demonstrated track record of independent working, time management and successful delivery of objectives is also required, together with excellent written and oral communication skills.
For informal enquiries about this position, you can contact Gareth Woods (g.woods@aston.ac.uk)
What we offer:
Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
Great family-friendly policies.
On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here
The salary being offered for this role does not meet the minimum threshold required to sponsor new applicants to the Skilled Worker visa route. For candidates who do not already have a Skilled Worker visa, it is unlikely that Aston University will be able to offer sponsorship under this route. Please click here to see the Home Office guidance for more information.
If you are already in the UK with an existing Tier 2 or Skilled Worker visa, please contact hr_immigration@aston.ac.uk to discuss if the role will meet the eligibility criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
We are seeking enthusiastic applicants keen to develop their teaching skills. As the successful candidate you will be joining the Applied Mathematics Group in delivering our quality applied mathematics degree programmes at undergraduate level. They will have the opportunity to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate projects, be involved with our mathematics student society activities, and to engage externally through contributing to industrial networks, masterclasses and summer schools.
You will also be encouraged to pursue a personal research programme consistent with the Schools research priorities and to publish the outcomes of research in outlets of international standing.
You will hold a PhD in Mathematics or Physics. A demonstrated track record of independent working, time management and successful delivery of objectives is also required, together with excellent written and oral communication skills.
For informal enquiries about this position, you can contact Gareth Woods (g.woods@aston.ac.uk)
What we offer:
Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
Great family-friendly policies.
On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here
The salary being offered for this role does not meet the minimum threshold required to sponsor new applicants to the Skilled Worker visa route. For candidates who do not already have a Skilled Worker visa, it is unlikely that Aston University will be able to offer sponsorship under this route. Please click here to see the Home Office guidance for more information.
If you are already in the UK with an existing Tier 2 or Skilled Worker visa, please contact hr_immigration@aston.ac.uk to discuss if the role will meet the eligibility criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
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