Curriculum Development Teaching Fellow (Statistics)

Job Type: Full-Time.Starting Salary: £54063 - £56345 per annum plus benefitsTo find out more about the job please click the ‘apply for job’ button to be taken to Imperial job site

About the roleThe Department of Mathematics has a popular undergraduate programme with around 900 enrolled students. Supported by a £500k grant to redevelop our mathematics programmes, the department is seeking to recruit a Teaching Fellow in Statistics. The main duties of the post will be to develop and teach undergraduate modules in Statistics for mathematics undergraduates, with a focus on active learning. The postholder can expect to be involved in all aspects of the department''s teaching, e.g. as a personal tutor and project supervisor, and by contributing to the efficient running of teaching within the department.What you would be doingThis role has a substantial curriculum development component. You will work closely with the project team and with students as partners to develop a novel statistics curriculum that is collaborative, discovery-based and informed by global challenges. You will carry out appropriate scholarly activities to develop your disciplinary pedagogic knowledge, including the evaluation of the redeveloped programmes.You will teach within both established and new programmes of study, taking responsibility for individual modules by delivering lectures and running problem classes, piloting newly developed resources as appropriate. You will also have pastoral responsibility for a small number of undergraduate tutees and supervise student projects.What we are looking forA PhD (or equivalent) in Statistics or a closely related disciplineProfessional recognition and accreditation, e.g. Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA), or willingness to work towards this.What we can offer youThe opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity by sharing your passion and inspiring the next generation.Gain access to Imperial''s top-tier Educational Development Unit , which offers a wide range of tailored educational development services to meet your needs.Join a diverse and innovative learning and teaching community at an institution that values research-led educational provision.Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing .Further informationThis is a Full time, fixed-term 2 years post supported by a grant to the Department of Mathematics.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Dr Chris Hallsworth or Dr Ioanna Papatsouma