Lecturer in Heritage and Museum Studies

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Based within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business, the School of Society and Culture is a place of progression in a progressive world. The School brings together subjects and research that are among the most relevant in today’s society; subjects that play a crucial role in addressing some of the world’s most pressing social issues and that require skilled, creative and forward-thinking individuals capable of shaping the future. The School has created a learning environment that brings together social and political sciences, law, performing arts and humanities to empower students to personalise their journey, expand their thinking, realise their ambitions and pursue their passions. The School is home to researchers who demonstrate the crucial role the social sciences, law, humanities and performing arts play in all aspects of our lives and their importance in shaping the future. The School holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award demonstrating the University’s ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and success for all. The Historical and Political Studies group in the School of Society and Culture is looking to recruit an energetic and committed lecturer in Heritage and Museum Studies. You would be expected to teach across the University’s BA and MA History and MA Heritage Theory and Practice curricula. You will have research expertise and work experience pertaining to one or more of the following areas: Heritage Studies and questions around public history Museum Studies and questions around curation, display and interpretation Expertise in contemporary British History, with a specific focus on postcolonialism You will be expected to contribute to the development and success of these exciting BA and MA programmes, utilising strong digital skills and aptitudes for engaging students in both physical and online environments. Delivery is tied to research and impact activities with external partners including the Box, National Trust, English Heritage, Dartmoor National Park; and the programmes provide extensive work-based/industry-facing teaching and placement opportunities for our students. You will also be expected to contribute to the department's research culture and group and will have a strong research track record (appropriate to career stage). All applicants will need to demonstrate that they have excellent interpersonal skills and will work effectively both independently and as part of a team with colleagues, students, and internal, and external associates. The post requires: A first degree in the Humanities and a PhD (or equivalent expertise) in History, Heritage Studies, Museum Studies or a related subject; Research specialism related to the above and a strong research track record (appropriate to career stage); Ability to teach across the undergraduate and postgraduate History and Heritage curricula; Ability and willingness to co-supervise a range of PhD theses on heritage and museum studies; Strong digital skills with an aptitude to teach creatively and to quickly master new learning systems and platforms; Experience of academic administration responsibilities; Excellent academic and pastoral support for students; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team and to take initiative. There is an essential requirement within this role that you will be required to travel to and work at different University sites and/or other business locations that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Please refer to the job description for further information. Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement. For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Peter Bokody by email at **** Interviews are likely to take place on Wednesday 26th April 2023 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not. This is a part-time position working 18.5 hours per week on a permanent basis. Flexible working options including job share will be considered. We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities. The University of Plymouth has a strong interdisciplinary research ethos which is supported by our three strategic Research Institutes; the Marine Institute, the Sustainable Earth Institute, and the Plymouth Institute of Health and Care Research. As a member of our academic community, you’ll be expected to contribute to our recognised research strengths. Working holistically across the University, you will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and deliver impactful research contributions as part of a systems thinking approach to addressing today’s global challenges. The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT . Job Description Teaching Qualification Recognition Policy
Region:
Location:
Plymouth
Salary:
£36,386 to £42,155 pro rata per annum - Grade 7
Package:
Permanent, Part-time
Contractual hours:
18.5
Basis:
PR Permanent Parttime All Year ]]>
that require skilled, creative and forward-thinking individuals capable of shaping the future. The School has created a learning environment that brings together social and political sciences, law, performing arts and humanities to empower students to personalise their journey, expand their thinking, realise their ambitions and pursue their passions. The School is home to researchers who demonstrate the crucial role the social sciences, law, humanities and performing arts play in all aspects of our lives and their importance in shaping the future. The School holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award demonstrating the University’s ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and success for all.
The Historical and Political Studies group in the School of Society and Culture is looking to recruit an energetic and committed lecturer in Heritage and Museum Studies. You would be expected to teach across the University’s BA and MA History and MA Heritage Theory and Practice curricula.
You will have research expertise and work experience pertaining to one or more of the following areas:
Heritage Studies and questions around public history
Museum Studies and questions around curation, display and interpretation
Expertise in contemporary British History, with a specific focus on postcolonialism
You will be expected to contribute to the development and success of these exciting BA and MA programmes, utilising strong digital skills and aptitudes for engaging students in both physical and online environments. Delivery is tied to research and impact activities with external partners including the Box, National Trust, English Heritage, Dartmoor National Park; and the programmes provide extensive work-based/industry-facing teaching and placement opportunities for our students.
You will also be expected to contribute to the department's research culture and group and will have a strong research track record (appropriate to career stage). All applicants will need to demonstrate that they have excellent interpersonal skills and will work effectively both independently and as part of a team with colleagues, students, and internal, and external associates.
The post requires:
A first degree in the Humanities and a PhD (or equivalent expertise) in History, Heritage Studies, Museum Studies or a related subject;
Research specialism related to the above and a strong research track record (appropriate to career stage);
Ability to teach across the undergraduate and postgraduate History and Heritage curricula;
Ability and willingness to co-supervise a range of PhD theses on heritage and museum studies;
Strong digital skills with an aptitude to teach creatively and to quickly master new learning systems and platforms;
Experience of academic administration responsibilities;
Excellent academic and pastoral support for students;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team and to take initiative.
There is an essential requirement within this role that you will be required to travel to and work at different University sites and/or other business locations that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Please refer to the job description for further information.
Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Peter Bokody by email at ****
Interviews are likely to take place on Wednesday 26
th
April 2023 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.
This is a part-time position working 18.5 hours per week on a permanent basis.
Flexible working options including job share will be considered.
We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.
The University of Plymouth has a strong interdisciplinary research ethos which is supported by our three strategic Research Institutes; the Marine Institute, the Sustainable Earth Institute, and the Plymouth Institute of Health and Care Research. As a member of our academic community, you’ll be expected to contribute to our recognised research strengths. Working holistically across the University, you will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and deliver impactful research contributions as part of a systems thinking approach to addressing today’s global challenges.
The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages
We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT .
Job Description
Teaching Qualification Recognition Policy
A9360
£36,386 to £42,155 pro rata per annum - Grade 7
36386
36386
42155
Academic/Research
Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT
Plymouth
Permanent, Part-time
18.5
PR Permanent Parttime All Year
Tue, 14 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT

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