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SalaryIn 2020, the University was named The Sunday Times ‘Welsh University of the Year 2021’; in 2021 it became the Times Higher Education ‘UK and Ireland University of the Year 2022’; and in 2022 it was ranked the top university in the UK in the People and Planet Green League.
If you have a record of achievement that demonstrates the commitment, aptitude and enthusiasm to contribute to our global learning community through excellent teaching, scholarship, research and innovation, along with a shared passion for our values and vision, we look forward to receiving your application.
We are particularly keen to hear from, and to support, applicants who will help develop our research standing and who will enhance the diversity of our university, our community and our partnerships.
Principal duties and responsibilities
You will be required to make a significant contribution to the delivery of our taught portfolio to BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition and Dietetics, MSc / Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics, and MSc Advanced Practice (Dietetics) programmes and other areas of our core curriculum depending on your areas of expertise and experience.
You will contribute to the development, organisation, and delivery of teaching and clinical activities within the discipline area and will also be required to participate in research and innovation activities.
The primary areas of teaching will be in Nutrition and Dietetics, and could include, for example clinical nutrition support, renal dietetics, paediatrics, as well as public health and interprofessional education developing professional skills amongst students. Some modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels are co-taught with students from a range of other programmes in the School, and as such the successful candidate will be required to engage with students from a range of discipline areas.
The role will also include placement, supervision, and support for BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition and Dietetics and MSc/Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics students. Current placement provision has traditionally been based in health boards. The aim is to expand with simulation, on campus provision and engagement with the third sector. It is therefore expected that the post holder will have some current experience of and an innovative approach to clinical placement training.
The post holder will be registered with HCPC and have been working as a Registered Dietitian. They will have experience of supervising students on placement.
What we are looking for
An in-depth knowledge of specialist subject and professional area.
An in-depth understanding of pedagogy and research/enterprise and scholarly activity.
understanding of research/enterprise and scholarly activity.
Ability to design, develop and deliver a range of programmes at various levels.
Ability to review programme design on a regular basis to ensure compliance with quality standards and academic regulations and to make alterations where appropriate.
Ability to contribute to the achievement of the School Development Plan and the institutions strategic planning processes.
Ability to develop research objectives, prepare proposals, carry out independent research, referee and contribute to peer assessment.
Ability to identify opportunities for strategic development/improvement e.g. research projects, new courses, consultancy.
Ability to identify (through the analysis of appropriate management information) areas requiring improved performance e.g. student numbers, student satisfaction.
Experience of HE teaching or equivalent.
A good honours degree.
This post would suit an enthusiastic professional who may wish to blend clinical work with an academic career. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a commitment to providing an excellent student experience. Being a HCPC registered Dietitian with previous teaching experience and/or experience of supporting students on clinical placements is essential.
To be successful you will further enrich our students’ experience through your expertise and subject knowledge as evidenced through your qualifications and experience.
If you would like to talk with us about this opportunity, please contact Rhiannon Harris and Amanda Squire, Programme Directors at rharris@cardiffmet.ac.uk and asquire@cardiffmet.ac.uk.
Should a high volume of applications be received, we may need to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.
The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.
Further information
Please read our Candidate Pack or visit our staff recruitment website for information about working for us, our culture, benefits, work-life balance and our career progression and development opportunities.
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