Senior Lecturer: School of Marine and Environmental Science

The University of Gibraltar, specifically the School of Marine & Environmental Science, invites applications for a Senior Lecturer position to teach modules within the School teaching remit. Topics include ‘Ecology, Conservation and Environmental Management’ module, Coastal Zone Management, Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation, Marine Ecosystems and Sustainability and Ecosystem Disaster Risk Reduction within its Environmental Science & Climate Change and Marine Science & Climate Change programmes.

Research-based teaching is at the heart of our teaching ethos where focus is placed on students undertaking enquiry-based learning. Teaching remits include research-based projects, therefore would suit individuals with both a teaching and research background.  The position would ideally suit those seeking to apply their experience in a new setting. 

Applicants are expected to hold a PhD (or working towards one) or a good research Master’s degree. Applicants should also possess teaching experience in Higher Education (including experience within the United Kingdom) and some relevant industry experience (e.g. such as consultancy/Governmental work/NGO or equivalent).  Previous overseas work experience is also desirable. A working knowledge of Mediterranean/local flora and fauna or equivalent is advantageous. A full position description and person specification is available to download.

School and Programme details can be found on the following webpages:

School page

https://www.unigib.edu.gi/school-of-marine-sciences/

Environmental Science and Climate Change programme page

https://www.unigib.edu.gi/courses/postgraduate/environmental-science-msc/

Marine Science and Climate Change programme page

https://www.unigib.edu.gi/courses/postgraduate/marine-science-msc/

In order to be considered, please submit a curriculum vitae and covering letter detailing how you meet the criteria specified in the position description to vacancy@unigib.edu.gi by the  12^th July. The cover letter must also detail topics/themes that could be taught within the various modules as well as potential research projects.

For informal discussions about the role, please contact Dr Awantha Dissanayake - Head of School (Marine & Environmental Science) at Awantha.Dissanayake@unigib.edu.gi

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