New Blood 2009

Job Outline

After the fourth year, the postholder will be expected to cover normal duties shown below. For the first four years, the postholder will fulfil the duties specific to the New Blood lectureships. The postholder will be responsible to the relevant Head of Department, and will undertake research, teaching, administration and other activities supporting the work of the Department and developing and enhancing its reputation, both internally and external to the University.

These are the generic particulars for New Blood Lectureships. Individual positions may differ slightly and candidates are invited to read the full particulars by following the links from the areas for appointment to New Blood Lectureships page.

Principal Accountabilities

Research

To contribute in a significant and meaningful manner to the Department's research profile by producing research of the highest standard, in line with the University's objective to enhance its standing in the Research Excellence Framework.
To manage research projects within the University, including their financial control and to supervise research assistants and research students.
To secure, in collaboration with colleagues, as appropriate, external research funding through research grants or contracts to support a well-defined research agenda, which will deliver outputs of international excellence.
Consistent with the resources available and departmental and other obligations, to attend and present research findings and papers at academic and professional conferences, and to contribute to the external visibility of the department.
To publish research articles in high quality peer-reviewed journals and volumes.
To ensure that all research activities undertaken are in compliance with the 'Research Code of Conduct' operated by the University.

Teaching

To give lectures, seminars, tutorials and other classes, as appropriate in support of the required teaching obligations and to supervise project work by undergraduate and postgraduate students.
To co-operate with colleagues in the review and development of the curriculum and in the design and launch of new degrees or other academic awards where appropriate.
To maintain a broad knowledge of up-to-date research and scholarship in relevant fields to ensure that teaching meets the standards expected within a research-led University.
To undertake academic duties (eg setting examination papers, marking, invigilation and pastoral support of students) required to sustain the delivery of high quality teaching.
To support and comply with the University and departmental teaching quality assurance standards and procedures, including the provision of such information as may be required by the Department or the University.

Administration

To undertake such specific departmental roles and management functions as may be reasonably required by the Head of Department.
To attend departmental meetings and to participate in other committees and working groups within the department, the faculty and the University to which appointed or elected.
To engage in continuous professional development, for example through participation in relevant staff development programmes.
To undertake, subject to agreement of the Head of Department and the University as appropriate, external commitments which reflect well upon and enhance the reputation of the University.
To ensure compliance with health and safety requirements in all aspects of work.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience required

Essential:

At least two publications likely to be judged as 3* or 4* RAE quality*
Expertise in a relevant field,* an excellent record of research achievement as evidenced by a strong publications record in high quality peer-reviewed journals*
The successful candidate will have expertise that complements and enhances the current programme of the department

Desirable

Experience of teaching and supervising PhD students, a doctorate.*

Skills, Abilities & Competencies required

Essential:

The ability to initiate, develop, and deliver high quality research,*
The potential to generate significant research grant and/or contract income
The ability to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level
Good verbal and written communication skills
Potential for academic leadership
Commitment to high quality teaching

Desirable:

Success in attracting external research funds*

(*Criteria to be used in shortlisting candidates for interview)