Palaeobiology Teaching Fellow - Bristol UK

The University of Bristol, School of Earth Sciences, is seeking to recruit a full time Teaching Fellow to join the world leading Bristol Palaeobiology research group. They are seeking an energetic and committed teacher with experience of delivering excellent palaeobiology/geology/zoology teaching (classroom, laboratory and field-based teaching and undergraduate and/or postgraduate project supervision) in a higher education setting, with an up-to-date knowledge of current topics and methods in palaeobiology.

The candidate will be expected to take strategic oversight of the teaching and management of the BSc/MSci Palaeobiology and Evolution and the MSc Palaeobiology degrees in the role of Programme Director. They will be required to develop and deliver lectures and laboratory sessions, lead field trips and devise and supervise student research projects. Central to these roles is support for students’ academic progress, coordination and delivery of small group tutorials, and marking of formative and summative assessments. You will also be expected to develop their teaching skills and materials and be willing to innovate and undertake training as required. 

Applicants will have an undergraduate degree and a PhD in Palaeobiology/Geology/Zoology or a related subject. Full information and job description here: https://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/BKA318/teaching-fellow

Deadline for applications: 24 June 2018, interviews will be held on 26^th July 2018.

For further information about this role please contact:

• Professor Daniela Schmidt, Head of Palaeobiology (0117) 954 5414, d.schmidt@bristol.ac.uk
• Professor Emily Rayfield, Director of Palaeobiology undergraduate programmes (0117) 3941210, e.rayfield@bristol.ac.uk
• Dr Mary Benton, Director of Education on (0117) 954 5373, Mary.Benton@bris.ac.uk

Teaching Fellow in Palaeobiology - University of Leicester

This position is advertised as a nine month appointment, but the job is partly to provide teaching cover while Professor Mark Purnell undertakes a College-level role, the term of which is three years.

They are looking for a first class teacher in the field of Palaeobiology, who will deliver high-quality teaching, including practical classes and fieldwork at all levels and be able to demonstrate the ability to develop innovative teaching methods. A strong commitment to teaching is essential and the candidate will support the work of the Department in developing and enhancing its reputation, both internal and external to the University.
 
The candidate will hold (or be close to completing) a PhD in Geology or Palaeobiology, or have relevant research experience as well as experience of teaching or demonstrating in practical classes and on field courses.
Informal inquiries are welcome and should be made to Professor Richard England on hodgeol@le.ac.uk
The closing date for this post is midnight on 13 November 2016.
We anticipate that assessments will take place on 29 November 2016.
Click on the url below and search on the reference number SEN00793 for more information and to apply.
http://www2.le.ac.uk/offices/jobs/opportunities/jobsearch