Senior Lecturer/Programme Manager - Project Management

Are you enthusiastic about contributing to a forward-thinking higher education institution? Is your passion for student success at the core of your professional drive? At the University of Sunderland in London, we are dedicated to prioritising student experience, customer service, academic quality, value for money, and continuous improvement. And now we have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Senior Lecturer/Programme Manager (Project Management).

ABOUT US AND THE TEAM
The University of Sunderland in London, based at Canary Wharf, boasts a vibrant and diverse community of staff and students. We consider ourselves as an innovative satellite campus and are constantly evolving and have exciting plans for 2025 and beyond!

We are currently piloting a four-day working week which allows our colleagues to work 32 hours over 4 days week with no reduction in pay.

In addition, we have moved to a new, modern campus building adjacent to our current location offering a bright and spacious learning and working environment.

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking to appoint a Senior Lecturer/Programme Manager (Project Management). In this role, you will manage the academic activities of the MSc Project Management programme and foster a culture of excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, research and external engagement that will enhance our students’ experience. You’ll play a key role within the University of Sunderland in London’s academic management team.

To excel in this position, you should have extensive experience teaching at postgraduate level and expertise in one or more of the following areas: Project Management, Engineering Management or Business Management. Strong management skills and a proven track record in leading and developing teams are essential. Your ability to collaborate effectively and work in partnership with professional support and academic staff to enhance the student and learning experience is crucial.

WE OFFER

• The opportunity to join a pilot of a pioneering 4-day-week (32 hours over 4 days).
• Excellent Defined Contribution Pension with additional benefits of life cover and income protection.
• Generous annual leave and Christmas closure days on top of Bank Holidays.
• Season Ticket Loan.
• Access to MyLifestyle benefit platform with plentiful of discounts and offers.
• Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice schemes.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies.
• Our commitment to training and development.
• Our location in Canary Wharf with easy access.
• We are accredited Living Wage Employer.

If you are ready to seize this exciting opportunity and want to learn more, review the attached Role Profile. To apply, register on our e-recruitment platform and complete the application form.

If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role, please contact Dr Yahaya Alhassan via email: Yahaya.alhassan@sunderland.ac.uk.

Closing Date: Midnight, Monday, 17^th March 2025.

Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier should we have a sufficient response.

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