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Swansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life.
Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work-life balance.
About The Role
We announce a new 1-year Teaching Tutor position in Terrestrial Ecology and Conservation at the Department of Biosciences at Swansea University. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant and growing Department and a highly successful team of teaching and research facing academics and gain key experiences to enhance your CV.
At Biosciences we offer 3 undergraduate degree schemes accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, in zoology, marine biology and biology, and popular taught and research Masters courses covering a wide range of topics, from Global Ecology and Conservation to Biodiversity and Ecosystems, to Natural Products and Environmental Resources. Our department is immersed in the beautiful Singleton Park, facing the beach, and located close to stunning natural areas, including the Gower Peninsula, the Brecon Beacons National Park, and Pembrokeshire, excellent for teaching our field courses. We have fantastic modern teaching and research facilities, with 100% of our Research Environment judged as world or internationally leading by the latest REF evaluation, and we produce excellent research, with 94% of our Research Outputs judged as world or internationally leading by REF.
You will be contributing to our BSc and MSc teaching in Terrestrial Ecology and Conservation, including by teaching modules on animal diversity and behaviour, botany and ecology, conservation and endangered species, and on domestic and overseas field courses. A key aim of fixed term positions at Biosciences is also to critically enhance the CV and employability of the successful applicant and hence you will be mentored by experienced academics.
The post requires a PhD (or be near completion) in Biosciences and related fields and capacity for high-quality delivery of teaching and student learning and a commitment to enhancing the overall student experience. The role is available from 1st September 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.
As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.
Welsh Language Skills
The Welsh language level required for this role is Level 1 - A little. The role holder will be able to pronounce Welsh words, answer the phone in Welsh (good morning/afternoon) and use very basic everyday words and phrases (thank you, please etc.). Level 1 can be reached by completing a 1 hour course.
The University is a proud bilingual institution, our Welsh Language Strategy outlines our aspiration to promote the language and enable our staff to engage with the language as an additional workplace skill and as a gateway to new cultural and social opportunities. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. Welsh speakers have the right to an interview in Welsh. Applicants for a role where Welsh skills are essential are expected to present their application in Welsh and will be interviewed in Welsh, if shortlisted.
Additional Information
Applications for this role will take the format of a CV submission and cover letter.
