BAME Recruitment Limited
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Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Part-time Associate Lecturer (Science concepts and practice) - Flexible
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Job Description
How would you like to help someone change their life? The Open University is the UKs largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Our research underpins the teaching we deliver to some 200,000 students as the UKs largest university. The Role Associate Lecturers are being recruited for a Stage one science module in London, South East England and Scotland. S112 can be part of a certificate, diploma or undergraduate degree. Associate lecturers play a vital role in supporting students studying this module through a mix of face-to-face and online tuition. You will help students to engage with the online learning materials, provide written feedback on assignments as well as mentoring and individual support during this 31-week module commencing in October. This is an exciting opportunity to work with your cohort of students and to have a direct impact on the outcomes for individuals. S112 provides a solid toolbox of knowledge, understanding, and skills for Science. The module covers fascinating concepts within key scientific disciplines (i.e. biology; chemistry; Earth and environmental sciences; physics and astronomy). Students will undertake practical experiments, do collaborative work with other students, and will learn how to communicate scientific information. The module is delivered online-onscreen and is taught using a mix of interactive media, audio-visual, collaborative, and independent activities. S112 is designed to be taken as the second 60-credit Stage 1 module in a qualification, as it builds on existing study skills, maths skills, practical skills, and investigative skills. Requirements About you * Applicants should have a degree in a related science discipline. * This role offers the flexibility to fit your teaching around other commitments that you already have. Equal Opportunity is University policy. We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please see Detailed Requirements for more information. Benefits How to Apply * For detailed information and to apply online go to our How to Apply and Downloadable Application Form * The person specification can be found against the module code: S112 * Closing date for applications: midnight on Thursday 18th June 2020. * The Open University is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community, offering a range of inclusive employment policies to support staff from different backgrounds. Additional Application Instructions For detailed information and to apply online go to The person specification can be found against the module code: S112 Closing date for applications: Midnight 18th June 2020.