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Department of XXXX
Faculty of Science
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Main Duties and Responsibilities1.Contribute fully as researcher, teacher and leader, in fulfillment of the ideals of ‘The Sheffield Academic’ (
2.Establish, lead and sustain a world-class research programme.
3.Conduct and publish internationally-recognised personal innovative research and make 3* and 4* submissions to the forthcoming Research Excellence Framework.
4.Develop funding strategies, student recruitment, including preparation and submission of research proposals to appropriate funding bodies in order to generate income (and manage external research grants).
5.Disseminate research findings through internationally recognised peer reviewed conference and publications outputs.
6.Encourage and mentor research activities of other staff.
7.Undertake knowledge-transfer activities and collaborative research and consultancy projects.
8.Manage, supervise and support research students.
9.Design and deliver high-quality, research-led teaching for compulsory and elective modules across a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including: identifying learning objectives, determining appropriate curricula, selecting teaching methods and resources, preparing teaching material, communicating subject-matter, encouraging and supporting student inquiry.
10.Conduct assessment of undergraduate and postgraduate student work, including: design of assessment approaches and criteria, provision of formative and summative feedback (oral/written), marking of coursework and examinations to agreed deadlines.
11.Supervise and assess undergraduate research projects and postgraduate research dissertations.
12.Carry out module and programme evaluation and implement teaching quality assurance and enhancement strategies.
13.Provide, as appropriate, pastoral care for undergraduate students via the personal tutor system.
14.Contribute fully to the management and leadership of the Department, Faculty and University.
15.Any other duties commensurate with the seniority of the post.
Applicants should provide evidence in their applications that they meet the following criteria. We will use a range of selection methods to measure candidates’ abilities in these areas including reviewing your on-line application, seeking references, inviting shortlisted candidates to interview and other forms of assessment action relevant to the post.
Applicants should demonstrate evidence of the following criteria in their applications.
1.A PhD (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject area.
2.The ability to maintain a programme of research and teaching at the highest level.
3.Experience of university governance & management, and of academic administration.
4.Experience of leading and developing academic departments within biology or their equivalent.
5.An ability to think and act strategically and robustly manage change.
6.A distinguished record of international research and research interests thatenhance the Department’s existing portfolio of strengths.
7.Experience of supervising Masters and Doctoral students.
8.A proven record of obtaining and managing external research grants.
9.Proven leadership skills as a motivator and organiser of colleagues with the ability to manage a diverse group of staff.
10.Experience in the effective mentoring of experienced and junior colleagues.
11.Undertaking staff development reviews of colleagues and managing performance.
12.Enthusiasm and the ability to prioritise work demands.
13.Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally.
14.The ability to maintain a programme of research and teaching at the highest level.
15.Commitment to providing effective teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, ideally with a teaching qualification.
16.Flexibility, imagination and ability to work as part of a team.
17.Excellent organizational, interpersonal skills and presentation.
18.Well established personal reputation and professional standing.
The start date for the full-time post is xxxxxxxxx.
This post is full-time
For full-time posts: Consider the possibility of offering the post flexibly, as this will make the post more attractive to a wider range of applicants and can provide you with a competitive edge in attracting talent, particularly from under-represented groups. Further guidance for staff is available at . Discuss this option further with your HR contact and/or insert the following text
This role has been identified as a full-time post, but we are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities with our staff which benefit both the individual and the University. Therefore, we would consider flexible delivery of the role subject to meeting the business needs of the post. See for more information.
Terms and conditions of employment: Will be those for non-clinical professorial staff.
Salary for this grade: will be within the Professorial Pay Scheme Band Structure
More details on salaries, terms and conditions and our wide range of benefits for staff are available at
Closing date: XXXX
Criminal records check: (DELETE IF NOT APPLICABLE. If a check is required confirm with your HR contact which option is relevant to the post )(OPTION 1)Please note that due to the duties of this post, the appointee will be required to obtain a satisfactory Basic Check - Disclosure Scotland.
(OPTION 2)Please note that as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Disclosure will be required for the appointee. If you have a spent criminal record and are invited to interview for this post, you are required to provide details of your convictions in confidence, with the job reference number/ title of post/recruiting department, in advance of the interview to the Assistant Director HR Operations, Human Resources, The University of Sheffield, The Arts Tower, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TN (mark the envelope PERSONAL). This information will be treated as strictly confidential and will only be considered if you are invited to interview for the post.
(OPTION 3 DELETE IF NOT INVOLVING WORK WITH CHILDREN OR VULNERABLE ADULTS)
If you have been barred from working with children or vulnerable adults by the Disclosure and Barring Serviceit is a criminal offence to apply for a post involving regulated activity with children or vulnerable adults. Regulated activity involves contact of a specified nature. If you are unsure if you may apply for this post for this reason then please contact XXX (insert HR Advisers name and contact details) in Human Resources for further information.
(DELETE IF POST DOES NOT INCLUDE ACCESS TO BIOLOGICAL SERVICES FACILITIES)Appointment to the post will be subject to a security check, which will be carried out for the preferred candidate.
Health assessment: (DELETE IF NOT APPLICABLE)
Please note that due to the duties of this post, the final appointment will be subject to the
completion of a satisfactory health assessment from the University Staff Occupational Health
Service.
Informal enquiries:
For all on-line application system queries and support, contact: .
For informal enquiries about this job and Department, contact: XXXX on 0114 222 XXXX or
Following the closing date, you will be informed by email whether or not you have been shortlisted to be invited to participate in the next stage of the selection process. Please note that due to the large number of applications that we receive, it may take up to four working weeksfollowing the closing date before the recruiting department will be able to contact you.
It is anticipated that interviews and other selection action will be held on XXXX. Full details will be provided to invited candidates.
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