Closing Date: 23rd November 2018
Can you inspire the next generation of engineers, as part of an innovative Degree Apprenticeship programme? Do you have the ability to develop innovative teaching and learning practices?
Underpinned by the breadth, depth and quality of its research, WMG offers a wide range of courses at all levels for full time and part time students, and for company-based personnel from companies such as Airbus, Aston Martin, Dyson, JLR, Lear, Network Rail and Rolls Royce, resulting in a wide range of delivery to satisfy our broad client base.
With significant experience in the field of Thermal-Fluid Sciences (fluid dynamics, energy methods, heat transfer) and Engineering Simulation (CFD), you will join a rapidly expanding team in the delivery of innovative Degree Apprenticeship programmes, including the established Applied Engineering Programme and the forthcoming Dyson programme. Flexibility to contribute across other undergraduate and postgraduate programmes would be a distinct advantage, as well as a willingness to contribute to strategic growth of new programmes as required.
The teaching and learning environment is rapidly evolving, with a distinct shift to a greater level of engagement utilising technology enabled learning and lab-based sessions, as well as more traditional lectures. You will need to demonstrate flexibility to adapt and innovate your approach to teaching and learning to embrace this evolution. You will need a driving licence for this position, as you will be required to teach at locations that are not readily served by public transport. Some overseas teaching may also be required.
This is an exciting opportunity for you to develop your own professional profile and work as part of a successful team, contributing to the development of its teaching and learning activities. In return we will provide a great range of benefits which include an attractive pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus Christmas closure, some fantastic savings on a wide range of products and services, and excellent learning and development opportunities.
For further information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Steve Maggs (steve.maggs@warwick.ac.uk)
WMG has engaged the services of Search Higher to manage this recruitment. If you wish to apply for this role, please submit a CV and covering letter directly by email to Kaye Matthews, Search Higher Recruitment Manager (k.matthews.1@warwick.ac.uk) as soon as possible. Please do not submit an on-line application for this role.
Interviews will take place on Monday 10th December 2018
Job Description: JOB PURPOSE
To undertake teaching in the field of Thermal-Fluid Sciences and Engineering Simulation to undergraduate, postgraduate and post-qualification levels. This will include supervision of research students and student projects from undergraduate to doctoral level. There may be some requirement to teach overseas.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. To deliver teaching in the field of Thermal-Fluid Sciences (fluid dynamics, energy methods, heat transfer) and Engineering Simulation. Knowledge of commercial packages relevant to CFD (e.g. ANSYS-CFD) as well as mathematical modelling and computational approaches would be desirable (scripting in MATLAB, C, Java etc.). Teaching activities include lectures, seminars and small group work, including assessment, preparing students for projects, project supervision, marking of presentations and dissertations using appropriate teaching, learning support and assessment methods in order to support the work of the department and develop and enhance its reputation, internally and externally.
2. To supervise students and student projects up to doctoral level. Set, mark and assess work and examinations and provide timely feedback to students.
3. To contribute to the planning, design, organisation and development of objectives and materials for courses, which includes identifying areas where current provision is in need of revision or improvement.
4. To teach overseas at WMG’s teaching centres or on company premises in the UK, as required.
5. To challenge thinking, foster debate and develop the ability of students to engage in critical discourse and rational thinking.
6. To participate in and develop internal and external networks, contribute to student recruitment, secure student placements, facilitate outreach work and contribute to the identification of sources of funding and the process of securing funds for scholarly activities.
7. To undertake any other duties, such as administration, as required.
Person Specification
The Person Specification focuses on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications required to undertake the role effectively. This is measured by (a) Application Form, (b) Test/Exercise, (c) Interview, (d) Presentation.
For further information about the University of Warwick, please read our University Further Particulars.
For further information about the department, please visit the departmental website.
We believe there should be no barriers to continuing education, and we strive to ensure that the future workforce has the skills they need to become the UK’s upcoming engineers and inventors.
Our unique approach to undergraduate education enables full-time students, Higher Apprentices, and full-time employees to gain an engineering degree.
Our teaching staff deliver educational programmes not just at Warwick, but internationally, and the knowledge we can leverage from our research excellence enables our students to reach their highest possible standards.
Full details of our range of undergraduate and Degree Apprenticeships can be found via the following link:
https://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/wmg/education/undergraduate/
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HEA – https://www.heacademy.ac.uk/individuals/fellowship
APPTE – https://warwick.ac.uk/services/ldc/teaching_learning/app/te
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