Teaching Assistant

Location: Aston University Main Campus Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 months) Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Thursday 22 February 2024 Interview Date: Monday 15 April 2024 We are inviting you to apply for a one-year fixed term full time post as a Teaching Assistant within Aston Pharmacy School. The core healthcare programme within Aston Pharmacy School (the MPharm) is currently being updated to meet the new educational standards set by the regulatory body (the General Pharmaceutical Council). This post has been established to provide additional academic support, for a one-year period, to the academic staff within the School leading on the update of the programme and associated General Pharmaceutical Council accreditation processes. You will be expected to contribute to the development and enhancement of teaching and scholarship activities within Aston Pharmacy School as part of a team involved in the update of the MPharm programme to meet new educational standards set by the General Pharmaceutical Council. Activities will include contribution to curriculum design and the delivery of high-quality teaching to meet the new educational standards set by the GPhC.  You will be educated to a degree level or have associated relevant experience. Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (as a pharmacist or pharmacy technician) is desirable.  Informal enquires about this post may be made to Mark Brennan (Deputy Head of Aston Pharmacy School) by e-mail: m.brennan@aston.ac.uk. Please refer to our Aston University benefits page where you can see the how Aston recognises the contributions staff make and the comprehensive rewards and benefits packages available for staff. Further details:    Job Details     University Information      Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles. If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk.