Senior Lecturer

Senior Lecturer in Business Management (x2) Edinburgh and Aberdeen About The Team: SRUC is unique in Scotland and one of the largest organisations of its kind in Europe. Our ambitious and exciting vision is to work at local, national and international levels, leading innovation and sustainable development in agriculture and rural sectors. SRUC has a long record of delivery of education programmes within Rural Business Management and Agriculture. Programmes have always been developed in partnership with industry and have attracted students from across Scotland, the UK, and internationally. Current global challenges mean that the importance for education, evidence-led research and consultancy has never been greater. SRUC is uniquely placed to support the industry in meeting these challenges and equipping graduates with enhanced knowledge, skills and practices related to objective setting, use of technology, data handling, communications and business skills, and resource use efficiency. Current programmes of education include HND and BA(Hons) across the subject areas of Rural Business Management, but also masters teaching in Ecological Economics, Food Security and Environmental Protection and Management. The Opportunity: We are looking for two Senior Lecturers in Business Management, one each to be based at our Aberdeen and Edinburgh campuses, to lead delivery and support the design of a new suite of Masters-level courses in Business Management. We are looking for individuals with a track record in delivery of business management related courses, with additional expertise in developing courses to Masters standard. These two posts will lead the development and delivery of materials, with a small team, for a set of Masters modules that make up Msc programmes in International Business, Business Consultancy, International Agribusiness and Project Management. You will join a group of lecturers and researchers who have delivered a range of business-related courses predominantly to the rural and agricultural sector, but we do not expect specific industry knowledge or evidence of delivery specific to these sectors. The post will be expected to build up a team of lecturers as the portfolio develops and design of new modules in complement to the streams outlined above. The post holders would also have the opportunity to engage in SRUCs Enterprise Academy. The ability to design and deliver courses for online as well as on-campus students at all levels would be welcome, to reflect our growing portfolio of distance and international teaching; A commitment to excellence in classroom and online teaching, as well as novel approaches to teaching business is required. Key responsibilities will include: We foresee the role to be split between management and design (60%), and delivery (40%) Responsibilities: To design, review and develop module material to the standards of a relevant and an internationally recognised Business Management Masters degree programme. Deliver lectures and tutorials within the candidates area of expertise within the suite of programmes to be developed. To engage students in a dynamic, interactive and stimulating learning experience. To develop and grow a team of business specialists within the programme. The position in Edinburgh (ACF/EC/005/24) will be based in the Rural Economy, Environment and Society Research Group at SRUC, Kings Buildings, Edinburgh Campus. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Andrew Barnes. The position in Aberdeen (ANF/RLU/045/24 ) will be based in the Department of Rural Land Use at the Craibstone campus. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Richard Armitage. Please indicate the position you would prefer in your application form Personal Summary section. Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree (SCQF Level 11) in a topic related to International Business Management / Agribusiness management / Organisational and Project Management / Business Consultancy. For full person specification, please read the Job Particulars document. Eligibility for Sponsorship For the purposes of sponsorship, this role may be eligible for sponsorship depending on candidate circumstances under SOC Code 2311. Admin ref: ACF/EC/005/24 Why work for SRUC? Generous annual leave Enhanced pension contributions (5% employee and 10% employer) Cycle to work scheme Discounted RAC Membership Generous family leave Flexible working patterns Hybrid working solutions (in some areas) Tailored investment in and individuals' learning and development How to Apply: Please complete an online application form by pressing apply. Please read the Job Particulars document before applying. 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