Lecturer in HRM and OB (Teaching Only)

Location: Aston University Main Campus

Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 months) 

Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 08 October 2024

Interview Date: Thursday 24 October 2024 

Be the Change with Aston Business School

Join Our Inclusive, Supportive and Collaborative Team

At Aston Business School, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our students, and our community. We are embarking on an ambitious transformation programme aimed at enhancing our teaching methodologies, expanding the scope of our research, and magnifying our societal impact.

The Work and Organisation Department of Aston Business School, seeks applications for the post of Lecturer in HRM and OB (Teaching Only - Maternity cover). The post holder will be expected to contribute to, develop and enhance the teaching and scholarship and activities of the School either independently or as part of a team, through professional practice and expertise.  

The main responsibilities include

• To teach students at different levels as appropriate including foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate students, and to carry out the associated assessment (including marking and moderation).
• To collaborate with colleagues as appropriate, ensuring that the programme meets quality standards, monitoring delivery and student progress.
• To provide academic support, pastoral care and advice to foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• To collaborate with colleagues across disciplines in the continuous review and development of Programmes and the curriculum. 
• To use and promote the use of a range of methods and techniques in teaching, learning and assessment including pursuing digital and modern methods of delivery.

You must be educated to degree level in a relevant subject discipline (e.g., HRM, OB, work psychology) and be able to meet all the essential criteria set out in the Person Specification.

What we offer

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train. 
• Excellent training and development opportunities. 
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers
• Great family friendly policies
• On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here

This post is available from 1^st December 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter, on a for a fixed-term period (0.4 FTE, until 31st August 2025).

To discuss the role, or the department, please contact:

Dr Matthew Carter, Co-Head of Department (m.r.carter@aston.ac.uk)

Professor Roberta Fida, Co-Head of Department (r.fida@aston.ac.uk)

Further details:
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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.

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