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LITE Higher Education Research & Support Officer

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Research & Development
    Education & Teaching
  • Leeds

Requirements

  • Are you interested in conducting research about/into pedagogical research in Higher Education? ("Research of Research": impact, sustainability, enablers, blockers and drivers of pedagogical research in Higher Education/Scholarship of Teaching and Learning)
  • Are you interested in supporting and enabling pedagogical research in Higher Education by supporting others?
  • Are you interested in working with colleagues to design, deliver and evaluate the success of projects that will have real impact on student education at the University of Leeds and the wider sector?
  • Can you contribute to the LITE's scholarly community?
  • You will apply your planning, analytical and evaluative skills and experience to contribute to the success of LITE projects, through short- and longer-term evaluation and publication.
  • You will provide guidance and support to University colleagues carrying out PedRes/DBER/SoTL projects to ensure they achieve maximum impact.
  • You will be expected to contribute fully to the dynamism of the LITE’s scholarly community, contribute content towards the digital and external-facing profiles of LITE and act as an ambassador at internal and external events.
  • You will operate as part of the LITE team supporting all LITE projects and activities.
  • Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions.
  • For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
  • For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa.
  • For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/global-talent

Responsibilities

  • You will be working alongside and supporting an impressive team of LITE Fellows and other LITE researchers to deliver a wide range of projects addressing important pedagogic challenges.
  • As part of our new strategy, we will conduct high-quality secondary research on PedRes/DBER/SoTL activities at Leeds and more broadly, initially driven by this post.
  • To fulfil our mission, it is essential that we map and understand the relationships between enablers, blockers and impact of PedRes/DBER/SoTL activity.
  • In this research, you will work closely together with Prof Gabriel Cavalli, Director of LITE, as well as other LITE researchers and more broadly across Leeds and external partners.
  • Additionally, as with other research roles at LITE, you will support others conducting their own PedRes/DBER/SoTL, whether on their LITE Fellowship projects as part of one of six LITE Incubators or supporting specific leads on areas such as Student as Partners, Design Thinking or Educational Gain.
  • You will apply your planning, analytical and evaluative skills and experience to contribute to the success of LITE projects, through short- and longer-term evaluation and publication.
  • You will provide guidance and support to University colleagues carrying out PedRes/DBER/SoTL projects to ensure they achieve maximum impact.
  • You will be expected to contribute fully to the dynamism of the LITE’s scholarly community, contribute content towards the digital and external-facing profiles of LITE and act as an ambassador at internal and external events.
  • You will operate as part of the LITE team supporting all LITE projects and activities.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we support remote work in a hybrid format, with options for flexible working arrangements.

What is the main focus of the LITE Higher Education Research & Support Officer role?

The main focus is on conducting research into pedagogical practices in Higher Education, supporting others in their research efforts, and evaluating projects aimed at improving student education.

Will I be working with a team?

Yes, you will be working alongside an impressive team of LITE Fellows and other LITE researchers.

What types of projects will I be involved in?

You will be involved in various projects addressing important pedagogic challenges within the fields of PedRes/DBER/SoTL.

Who will I report to in this role?

You will report to the LITE Head of Research or delegate for certain aspects of your work, especially in supporting colleagues.

Will there be opportunities for professional development?

Yes, you will have access to personal development courses run by the Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.

What are the eligibility options for visa sponsorship?

This post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route or the Global Talent visa for research and academic posts.

What is the holiday allowance for this position?

You will receive 26 days of annual holiday plus approximately 16 bank holidays or university closure days, totaling around 42 days a year.

Are there any health and wellbeing benefits?

Yes, there are health and wellbeing benefits, including discounted staff membership options at the campus gym, which features a pool, sauna, climbing wall, and more.

Can I contribute to LITE's community?

Yes, you are expected to contribute to the vibrancy of LITE's scholarly community and act as an ambassador at various events.

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