Dissertation Supervisor - Business & Tourism

Dissertation Supervisor – Business & Tourism

GEDU Global Education is seeking a Dissertation Supervisor to support our vision of
* Changing lives through education*.

In this role you will support the teaching team and a group of up to 20 project students, providing 10 hours of supervision and marking time per student.

Salary: £250 per student (includes supervisory time, formative feedback and marking).

Department: Academic/Canterbury Christ Church University partnership

Location: London (West and East), Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds – On‑site.

• Support students in defining and refining research questions and objectives.
• Advise on appropriate research methodologies and ethical considerations.
• Guide students in conducting literature reviews and sourcing relevant materials.
• Provide structured feedback on dissertation drafts and monitor progress.
• Ensure dissertations meet required academic, institutional and PSRB standards.
• Maintain regular contact with assigned students through scheduled supervision meetings.
• Encourage independent thinking and scholarly development.
• Identify and address academic or personal challenges affecting progress.
• Promote inclusive learning environments.

• Qualified to at least a masters level degree in a related discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in academic research and dissertation supervision.
• Experience working in higher education.
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methodology.
• Knowledge of statistical programmes and secondary data analysis.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of research ethics, methodologies and academic writing conventions.
• Passion for higher education and working with a diverse student body, especially mature students from widening participation backgrounds.
• Willing to work occasional weekends and evenings, and travel to various campuses.
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office).

• External examiner experience.
• Relevant industry experience.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part‑time