Lecturer in Ecology & Evolution

Lecturer in Ecology & Evolution
Newcastle University
Newcastle, United Kingdom
GBP 36,636.00 - 41,064.00 per year
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with expertise in ecology and evolution who can deliver high-quality teaching across our BSc Biology and BSc Zoology programmes. We are particularly interested in candidates able to contribute to teaching in population biology, evolutionary biology and/or behavioural ecology, alongside broader areas of ecology, zoology and conservation biology. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate teaching across a range of modules, including Biodiversity, Ecology and Conservation, Evolution and Behaviour, Field-Based Ecology, Genetics and Evolution, and Physiological Zoology, as well as tutorials and dissertation supervision.
Key Accountabilities
Deliver high quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in biological/zoology sciences as directed by the Head of School.
Contribute to the delivery of residential field courses and lab-based teaching.
Act in a collegiate manner, making a positive contribution to maintaining and enhancing a working environment that upholds equality, diversity and inclusivity.
Participate in the management and administration of relevant modules within the School and contribute to the development of new initiatives in these areas.
Provide mentoring, academic guidance and pastoral support to students in support of their learning experience.
To be a member of relevant academic and teaching groups supporting collective activity in research and teaching.
Represent the School and University at national and international meetings and conferences to disseminate research and/or scholarship outputs.
Person Specification
Knowledge Skills and Experience
In depth knowledge/expertise in ecology and evolution.
Emerging international research profile.
A track record in publishing in REF returnable journals for career stage.
Evidence of presentation of work to the national and international research community (e.g. conferences, seminars and similar high profile events).
The ability to teach practical field and laboratory techniques in ecology, evolution and behaviour.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively and exchange knowledge to develop research networks across disciplines and sectors.
Desirable
Experience of developing innovative teaching practices at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Experience of leading curriculum development and programme administration.
Experience of providing mentoring, academic guidance and pastoral support to students.
Attributes and Behaviours
Support the University’s core values and demonstrate the ability to implement these within your role or department.
Professionalism and Academic Excellence.
Ability to communicate complex oral and written information clearly.
Ability to work as part of a team and on their own initiative.
Ability to engage with and respond enthusiastically and positively to students.
Ability to engage in pastoral care where appropriate.
Ability to work collaboratively and constructively with both academic colleagues and support staff.
An ability to advance equity and fairness in higher education through inclusive teaching, research, or professional practice, without compromising the legal protections for academic freedom and freedom of speech within the law.
Qualifications
A PhD or equivalent research experience in a relevant discipline.
Hold a Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy or have an equivalent teaching qualification or the willingness to complete and pass the Universities teaching and learning training programme.
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Deadline 13 October
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