Lecturer in Management Information Systems

Position Overview

Discipline: Business and Project Management

Location: London, Devon House (St Katharine Docks).

Term: A range of fractions up to 1.0FTE may be available. 6-12 months, fixed term. At least 2 days per week required for teaching availability (in person).

Direct Reports: None

Reports to: Assigned line manager within the Faculty of Social Sciences

Benefits: The university supports staff maintaining a good work/life balance, offer flexible working and parental leave opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme which provides free, confidential advice on both home and work concerns as well as optional private medical insurance, season ticket loans and being part of the cycle to work scheme.

Start: Flexible from 1st August 2024; no later than 1st November 2024

The role

Northeastern University London wishes to appoint a Lecturer in Management Information Systems (teaching only). The appointee will contribute to the teaching activities of Northeastern University London in this area.

We wish to appoint a specialist in Management Information Systems. Preference may be given to candidates with active interests in the relationship of Business to one or more of the following areas: fintech and AI; sustainability and responsible management; employment contexts. Teaching competency in Management Information Systems to at least Level 5 is desirable (2nd year undergraduate).

Core duties will include teaching on a range of courses. The teaching should be interactive and engaging, rather than traditional lecturing. In addition, the appointee will mark  assessments, hold office hours, and prepare and maintain relevant course Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) sites in accordance with University policies and student needs. Attendance at regular team and faculty meetings is desirable where possible. The role requires availability for teaching on at least two separate days of the week, and may be more depending on contract fraction.

All teaching in this subject area takes place on campus in central London. This role is not suitable for those wishing to teach remotely/online or in a hybrid manner.

We particularly encourage applications from those with an interest in innovative teaching, learning and assessment; those with experience of supporting a wide variety of students; and those belonging to groups underrepresented in UK higher education. We are open to appointing on a reduced fraction/job-share basis subject to our business needs.

Discipline/ Faculty

The appointee will work in a multidisciplinary team within the Faculty of Social Sciences, as part of the rapidly growing Business and Project Management team, with potential contributions to programmes such as BSc Business, MSc Global Investment Banking, and MSc Project Management. In the 2024/25 academic year, the Business and Project Management team will comprise approximately 15 academic staff, working in a range of fields, including international business, marketing, accounting, responsible investing, organisational behaviour, and various areas of project management.

The Faculty of Social Sciences will have approximately 60 academic staff, including academics in Economics, Politics and International Relations, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Design & Communication Studies.

About the University

Founded in 2012, Northeastern University London (formerly known as New College of the Humanities) has established itself as a prestigious higher education institution based in the heart of London. Northeastern University London is part of Northeastern University’s Global Campus Network. Positioned as top ranking in the USA, Northeastern has campuses in Arlington, Boston, Charlotte, Miami, Oakland, San Jose, and Seattle in the USA, and Toronto and Vancouver in Canada.

After becoming part of Northeastern University’s global network in early 2019, the University has undergone a period of rapid growth, having been granted Taught Degree Awarding Powers in February 2020 and moved to a new, state-of-the-art campus in 2021.

Northeastern University London offers a vibrant, collegiate community delivering broad and academically rigorous degree programmes, designed to equip graduates with the combination of skills and knowledge that are increasingly desired by organisations, employers, and society. It offers state of the art audio visual technology in its teaching and meeting spaces across the organisation.

Person Specification Criteria

Qualifications

• Masters, or equivalent professional experience, in a relevant area.
• A teaching qualification (FHEA or equivalent).

Key Criteria

• Demonstrates, through evidence, excellent ability so as to be adaptable, innovative, and inclusive in the role as advertised with regards to teaching and service.
• Teaching competency in Management Information Systems to Level 5.
• Flexibility and capacity to teach across a wide range of courses, where appropriate in collaboration with specialists from other disciplines including Computer Science, Business, Mathematics, and/or Academic Writing.
• Ability to develop excellent educational provision in areas with significant appeal to students, including at postgraduate level.
• Willingness and capacity to undertake continuous professional development in relation to the use of technology, software, and data in relation to Finance & Accounting, and to teach on these matters.
• Willingness and capacity to exercise appropriate leadership in the development of Finance & Accounting, and to do so through collaboration with a range of disciplines.

Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Sanjay Bhowmick, Head of Discipline in Business and Project Management (sanjay.bhowmick@nulondon.ac.uk). However, all applications must be made in accordance with the application process specified.

Application Process

Applications should be made via the 'Apply' button above by 23:59 on Thursday 3rd October 2024. Please reference your application “LTMIS0924”. Participation in the equal opportunities section is encouraged, but voluntary.

Applications must include a covering letter of no more than one page and a full curriculum vitae.

Interviews are likely to take place on the w/c Monday 7th October 2024.

Please note this role may require a basic or enhanced DBS check. Our organisation acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of our students and staff, and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice and Ofsted requirements. You must adhere to the above if you are offered a role with NU London.

Applications are welcome from all sections of the community and will be judged on merit alone. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Job sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.