Lecturer in Asian History in Global Perspective; c. ; R&T Track Job Glasgow area,Scotland UK,Education / Teaching

Position: Lecturer in Asian History in Global Perspective (c. 1500-2000) (R&T Track)

The History subject area within the School of Humanities at the University of Glasgow is seeking a Lecturer in Asian History in Global Perspective (c.1500-c.2000) (Research and Teaching Track).

Job Purpose

To undertake research of international excellence and contribute to knowledge exchange activities relative to the discipline, contribute to learning and teaching on agreed programmes and undertake administration and service activities in line with the School/College’s strategic objectives.

For appointment at Grade 8:

To develop, lead and sustain research and scholarship of international standard and contribute to the delivery of an excellent student experience by delivering, organising and reviewing agreed teaching, assessment and administration processes to enhance learning and teaching in the School of Humanities.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop and progress individual/joint research projects of international standard in the subject area with the support of a mentor, as required.
2. Write up research findings/outcomes for publication in leading journals and other discipline relevant formats for dissemination as appropriate, identifying potential sources and contributing to funding applications as an individual or team member.
3. Contribute fully to developing and enhancing the research profile of the School/College, including establishing a track record of high-quality publications.
4. Contribute to the planning, organisation, and delivery of teaching on undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses within the Subject Area, including teaching and leadership in our Masters programme in Global History; responsibilities as course co-ordinator for one or more courses relevant to Global History.
5. Contribute to the on-going development and design of the curriculum in a manner that supports a research-led and scholarly approach to student learning and assessment in the discipline and/or profession.
6. Participate fully in examination and other assessment processes, as appropriate, using a variety of methods and techniques and to provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students to support their learning.
7. Contribute to the development of theory and practice in relevant areas within History.
8. Supervise individual student projects at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level, and contribute to the supervision and training of postgraduate research students, as appropriate, to ensure their effective development.
9. Contribute to the effective operation and development of the Global History Research Cluster, including consolidating and expanding links with external partners nationally and internationally.
10. Take on administrative or management roles within the subject/School as assigned by the Heads of Subject and/or School
11. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.
12. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Heads of Subject and/or School.
13. To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, World Changers Together.

For appointment at Grade 8:

14. Pursue and deliver independent research proposals and/or collaborative research projects,project managing research activities, supervising and taking responsibility for the research team. Securing external resources to support research individually and/or jointly, as appropriate to the subject area.
15. Develop an expert reputation in the field by effective dissemination and publishingofresearch findings in leading journals and conferences, and where appropriate undertakingknowledge exchange activities.
16. Make a substantial contribution to developing and enhancing the research profile of the School/College. Establishing and leading research collaborations with appropriate individuals and groups within the University, including multi-disciplinary links, and developing external research collaborations both nationally and internationally, to ensure that research activities are at the forefront of the field.
17. Actively contribute to the effective management and administration of the College/School,assuming responsibility for the management of allocated resources and contributing to thewider organisation of the subject area.
18. Carry out course administration within required timescales ensuring effective communication of information, in particular assessment requirements and criteria andtimely and constructive feedback on assessment.
19. Develop effective…