Sample Job Descriptions
APPENDIX B
SAMPLE
University College London
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title:
Department:
Reports to:
Grade:
Lecturer in ______________
_______________________
Head of Department
Grade 8.
Main purpose of the job:
To carry out research, teaching and administration within the Department, especially
in the area of __________________________.
Main duties and responsibilities:
1. To teach at undergraduate and graduate level in areas allocated by the Head
of Department and reviewed from time to time by the Head of Department.
2. To carry out research and produce publications, or other research outputs, in
line with personal objectives agreed in the Staff review process.
3. To supervise or assist with supervision of undergraduate, taught graduate
(Masters) or research graduate (MPhil/PhD) students.
4. To contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high
quality curriculum.
5. To assist in the development of learning materials, preparing schemes of
work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and
attendance.
6. To participate in departmental and faculty seminars aimed at sharing
research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and
outside the department.
7. To participate in the development, administration and marking of exams and
other assessments.
8. To provide pastoral care and support to students.
9. To participate in the administration of the department’s programmes of study
and other activities as requested.
10. To contribute to departmental, faculty, or UCL-wide working groups or
committees as requested.
11. To maintain own continuing professional development.
12. To actively follow and promote UCL policies, including Equal Opportunities.
13. To maintain an awareness and observation of fire and health and safety
regulations.
14. To carry out any other duties commensurate with the grade and purpose of
the post.
All academic staff are expected to demonstrate their ongoing commitment to
academic excellence; that is, to the conduct of research, publication, teaching,
enabling and other forms of knowledge transfer, at the highest levels of international
achievement.
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This job description reflects the present requirements of the post, and as duties and
responsibilities change/develop, the job description will be reviewed and be subject
to amendment in consultation with the postholder.
Date
SAMPLE
University College London
Department
Lecturer
Person Specification
1. Knowledge
Essential:
THIS WILL BE SUBJECT SPECIFIC.
Desirable:
THIS WILL BE SUBJECT SPECIFIC.
2. Skills
Essential:
3. Aptitude
Essential:
Teaching and other forms of public presentation.
Proven record of ability to supervise academic work by
undergraduates, masters and doctoral students.
Proven record of ability to manage time and work to strict deadlines.
Ability to write clearly and tailor communication style to meet the
needs of the recipient.
Proven record of ability to conduct high quality research which is
reflected in the authorship of high quality publications, or other
research outputs, in the areas of ____________________________.
Ability to work collaboratively.
Ability to share in organisation and management of masters
programmes.
4. Qualifications
Essential:
Masters Degree/PhD
Desirable:
PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education) or other teaching
qualification
5. Previous Experience
Essential:
Researching or teaching or other employment in SUBJECT SPECIFIC
Desirable:
Assessment of student work.
Curriculum design.
Pastoral care of students.
6. Personal Qualities
Essential:
Commitment to academic research.
Commitment to high quality teaching and fostering a positive learning
environment for students.
Commitment to continuous professional development.
Commitment to UCL’s policy of equal opportunity and the ability to
work harmoniously with colleagues and students of all cultures and
backgrounds
7. Other requirements
Essential:
Membership of a relevant professional organisation.
Date
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON
Job Description
Job Title:
Research Assistant
Department:
Reports to
Principal Investigator of xxxxx project
Grade:
Grade 6
Main Purpose
The postholder will be required to carry out research in the area of ………., including
designing and running experiments, recording, analysing and writing up the results (
as part of a research team ) .
Duties and Responsibilities

To contribute to the design of a range of experiments in relation to the ------project

To set up and run experiments in consultation with the Principal Investigator,
ensuring that experiments are appropriately supervised and supported. To
record, analyse and write up the results of experiments.

To prepare and present findings of research activity to colleagues for review
purposes.

To contribute to the drafting and submitting of papers to appropriate peer
reviewed journals.

To prepare progress reports on research for funding bodies as required.

To contribute to the preparation and drafting of research bids and proposals.

To contribute to the overall activities of the research team and department as
required.
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To undertake a limited amount of teaching in relation to subject area.

To contribute to the induction and direction of other research staff and
students as requested.

Responsible for ensuring that equipment is safe and maintained in working
order.

As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and
amended in consultation with the postholder

The postholder will carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit
and purpose of the job as requested by the line manager or Head of
Department/Division

The postholder will actively follow UCL policies including Equal Opportunities
and Race Equality policies

The postholder will maintain an awareness and observation of Fire and
Health & Safety Regulations.
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON
Department of -------------Person Specification for the Post of Research Assistant
Knowledge – including Qualifications
Post Graduate Degree in relevant subject area
Knowledge of research techniques
Skills
Basic research skills
Ability to analyse and write up data
Ability to present complex information effectively to a range of audiences
Ability to write complex reports and papers accurately and clearly
Ability to communicate research verbally, to individuals and groups, with impact.
Experience
Experience of working in a research environment
Experience of multi-disciplinary working
Personal Qualities
Commitment to high quality research
Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team
Commitment to UCL’s policy of equal opportunity and the ability to work
harmoniously with colleagues and students of all cultures and backgrounds
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON
Job Description
Job Title:
Senior Research Associate
Department:
Reports to
Head of Department
Grade:
Grade 8
Main Purpose
To initiate, develop, design and be responsible for the delivery of a programme of
high quality research into ( the specific project – add some details of the project ) . To
recruit and lead a team of researchers to achieve the project aims.
Duties and Responsibilities

To design a programme of research into ------------

To recruit, manage and lead a team of researchers to achieve the stated
project aims.

To oversee the setting up and running of the planned experiments, ensuring
that experiments are appropriately supervised and supported. To ensure that
results are recorded, analysed and written up in a timely fashion.

To manage the research grants in accordance with UCL Financial
Regulations and the conditions of the funding body

To prepare and present findings of research activity to colleagues for review
purposes.

To submit papers to appropriate journals and attend and present findings at
appropriate conferences.

To prepare progress reports on research for funding bodies as required.

To seek new areas of research and prepare and submit research bids and
proposals that will enhance the reputation of UCL.

To contribute to the overall activities of the department as required.

To undertake a limited amount of teaching in relation to subject area.

As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and
amended in consultation with the postholder

The postholder will carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit
and purpose of the job as requested by the line manager or Head of
Department/Division

The postholder will actively follow UCL policies including Equal Opportunities
and Race Equality policies

The postholder will maintain an awareness and observation of Fire and
Health & Safety Regulations.
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON
Department of -------------Person Specification for the Post of Senior Research Fellow
Experience
Expected to have gained an independent research reputation with evidence of
national recognition of achievement within the subject area
Evidence of completed research, which has been published, and a strong publication
record in high quality publications
Experience of leading and managing a research project
Knowledge – including Qualifications
Possess an expert knowledge of the field of ---------Phd in relevant subject area
Extensive knowledge of research techniques and methodologies
Skills
Well developed leadership, management and influencing skills
Ability to tailor accurate written and verbal communications to the needs of
individuals and groups.
Ability to analyse and write up data
Ability to present complex information effectively to a range of audiences
Personal Qualities
Commitment to high quality research
Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team
Commitment to UCL’s policy of equal opportunity and the ability to work
harmoniously with colleagues and students of all cultures and backgrounds