Job vacancy

Lecturer in Diagnostic Imaging

You will join a team of friendly staff who deliver innovative teaching across our portfolio of Diagnostic Imaging programmes, including the BSc and MSc Diagnostic Radiography (pre-registration).

Job details

College

College of Health, Psychology and Social Care

Responsible to

Head of Discipline for Diagnostics and Clinical Interventions

Location

Kedleston Road, Derby Campus

Salary

£37,099 to £44,263 per annum

Closing date

Monday 30 September 2024

Contract type

Permanent

Post type

Full-time

Adaptive working type

Hybrid
This role will be based on site, primarily in the named location with the opportunity to work remotely available in line with our Adaptive Working Framework.

Reference

0346-24

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The College of Health, Psychology and Social Care upholds the overall mission of the University by providing high quality, accessible learning opportunities; promoting academic enquiry and the advancement of knowledge using a variety of methods of delivery. We are committed to the Widening Participation agenda and have a good record of meeting the needs of local stakeholders. User and carer involvement in course development and delivery is an essential aspect of our work.

You will join a team of friendly staff who deliver innovative teaching across our portfolio of Diagnostic Imaging programmes. This will include the BSc and MSc Diagnostic Radiography (pre-registration) and also our newly validated and College of Radiographers approved BSc degree apprenticeship in Diagnostic Radiography (top-up) programme. It is an exciting time to join this developing team to help shape Radiography education within the University of Derby on both our BSc and MSc Diagnostic Radiography programmes.

The post will be based within the Diagnostics and Clinical interventions discipline, however, teaching and support may span across the College of Health, Psychology and Social Care. You will be required to work collaboratively with colleagues within the discipline area and the wider college to deliver exceptional teaching and learning.

You will contribute to enhancing the quality of Diagnostic Radiography education, as well as taking forward the research and scholarship agenda. It is extremely important that you not only understand the student experience, but that you genuinely enjoy making a positive impact for students across their learning journey and the wider community in which we are situated.

You will work collaboratively with the Diagnostic Radiography team to deliver high quality and innovative teaching and will support development of practical skills using our suite of Radiography equipment and facilities. 

We are inviting applications from professionals who may be early career academics or from clinically experienced professionals who are looking to develop their career into academic practice. Ideally, you will have some experience in teaching either in an academic or clinical context.

You should have experience within diagnostic radiography and may have specialist clinical expertise such as in computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, projectional radiography or paediatrics although we will consider all areas of diagnostic radiography.

You must be a HCPC registered Diagnostic Radiographer and must hold a minimum of a BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent qualification)

Learning / Teaching

  1. Effectively teach and facilitate learning on a range of subjects / modules within the Diagnostic Imaging discipline area on undergraduate, postgraduate, professional and post-experience programmes.
  2. Ensure that knowledge from research and scholarly activities informs and enhances learning and teaching, as well as extending it to appropriate external activities such as knowledge transfer activities.
  3. Ensure that module / programme design and delivery comply with the quality standards and regulations of the University.
  4. Participate effectively in the assessment process, including the setting, marking and moderation of student work, providing constructive feedback and ensuring it is in accordance with quality assurance procedures.
  5. Participate in the continuing review and development of module/programme delivery, incorporating innovative study modes, learning environments and pedagogic practices to engage and stimulate students, deliver effective learning outcomes and develop the skills and attributes of the ‘Derby Graduate’.
  6. Take on relevant module leader and/or programme leader responsibilities, including associated marketing, recruitment, delivery and ongoing programme development activities.

Research / Scholarship

  1. Engage in individual research and collaborate both internally and externally on research projects that are consistent with the College, and contribute to influencing leading edge practice in the University and contribution to the REF.
  2. Sustain and enhance the reputation of the University by publishing in appropriate quality journals and presenting at scholarly activities such as workshops, conferences and other similar events.
  3. Develop and maintain contacts and relationship with relevant professional, research and industrial organisations.
  4. Contribute to writing bids for externally funded research projects.

Other

  1. Act as a personal tutor, supporting and mentoring students as appropriate.
  2. Provide pastoral care to students, referring when necessary to services that provide further support.
  3. Support marketing and student recruitment activities as required.
  4. Develop external links in order, for example, to support student recruitment, secure student placements, facilitate outreach work, generate income or build relationships for future activities.
  5. Be responsible for administrative duties in areas such as admissions, timetabling, examinations and assessment of progress and student attendance.
  6. Contribute to effective cross College / University working.
  7. Observe and implement University policies and procedures.

Essential Criteria

Qualifications

  • BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent qualification
  • Fellowship of the Advanced HE (HEA) or willingness to work towards
  • PhD (or submitted and awaiting examination) or equivalence accepted in a relevant subject area, for example by publication or through appropriate professional achievement or willingness to work towards within an agreed timeframe
  • Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Diagnostic Radiographer

Experience

  • Experience working within diagnostic radiography in practice
Learning / Teaching
  • Experience or knowledge of quality assurance and validation of HE modules / programmes
  • Experience or knowledge of higher education and ability to use a range of delivery techniques to inspire and engage students
Research / Scholarship
  • Significant experience of own discipline to enable the development of new knowledge and understanding within the field
  • Experience of research / enterprise activity
  • Evidence of active publishing in high quality journals or other outputs in research or practice that will contribute to the REF or other areas identified in the College / University Research Strategy

Skills, knowledge & abilities

  • An appropriate level of digital capability and aptitude with practical experience of applications which aid student learning
  • Ability to communicate complex and conceptual ideas to a range of groups
  • Proficient in using IT to support own work and for application to technology-enhanced learning / teaching and research activities
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills including networking and relationship building skills, both across the University and externally
  • Able to demonstrate both independent self-management and team working
  • Able to work with competing priorities and to tight deadlines
  • Demonstrates competences, core behaviours and supplementary behaviours that support and promote the University’s core values
  • Demonstrates professionalism in learning / teaching and the values of the UK Professional Standards Framework for HE
  • A sound understanding of the current higher education environment and its implications for the student learning experience
  • A sound understanding of the employability agenda and its relevance to learners and the curriculum
  • A sound understanding of internationalisation and its relevance for learners and the curriculum
  • Flexible to the needs of others
  • Innovative and creative
  • Committed to continual enhancement and a high quality student experience
  • Committed to a high-performance culture, fostering continuous improvement and driving quality

Business requirements

  • Able to take a flexible approach to work
    • Travel between sites and occasionally overseas for research or teaching
    • Travel to clinical placements to support students and clinical partners
    • Some evening and occasional weekend teaching
    • Attendance at Open Days, Graduation events etc.
    • A commitment to own professional development

Desirable Criteria

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in relevant subject area
  • Expertise in a specialist area of Diagnostic Imaging
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education

Experience

Learning / Teaching
  • Proven experience of delivering excellent and effective learning and teaching identified by peer review at undergraduate and postgraduate levels at a Higher Education provider
  • Demonstrable experience of module and / or programme leadership
  • Experience of developing innovative module/programme content and delivery methods
  • Online and blended learning / teaching experience
  • Demonstrable experience of successful curriculum development
  • Demonstrable experience of effectively designing and implementing a range of formative and summative assessments for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes
Research / Scholarship
  • Developing national and international profile of research and scholarly activity
  • Experience of bidding for and obtaining external research funding
  • Experience of successfully applying discipline to income generation activities, including consultancy, industry-based applied research and KTPs

Skills, knowledge and abilities

  • Able to identify potential sources of funding
  • A sound knowledge of the QAA Quality Code and HEFECE’s Operating Model for Quality Assurance
  • Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
  • Teacher’s Pension Scheme
  • Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
  • Discounted onsite gym
  • Discounted access to Devonshire Spa
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • A flexible working environment
  • A commitment to personal and professional development

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For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Gillian Coleman, Assistant Head of Discipline/Senior Lecturer in Diagnostic Imaging via g.coleman@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk.

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How to apply

You can apply by submitting an online application. Once you have signed in or registered with us you will be able to begin your application. If you are creating an account for the first time, please ensure you provide an email address that you access regularly as this will be our main means of contacting you regarding your application.

If you require any assistance, including the provision of any documentation in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team at recruitment@derby.ac.uk.

Please note all applications must be submitted online by Midnight GMT on the closing date of the vacancy.

Visa Sponsorship Eligibility

This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£38,700 per annum).

If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if:

  • Your job is on the Immigration Salary List

  • You’re under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional training

  • You have a PhD level qualification that’s relevant to your job

  • The role you are applying for is a postdoctoral position

Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.

For more information, visit Applying from Overseas.

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