UNIVERSITY OF GLAMORGAN
PRIFYSGOL MORGANNWG
Faculty of Business and Society
Lecturer in Criminology and Criminal Justice x0.8 (Ref - FBS305)
£31,798 - £36,862 pro rata
The Centre for Criminology at the University of Glamorgan is seeking to appoint a 0.8 Lecturer in
Criminology/Criminal Justice who can enhance teaching and research and assist in its growing
reputation both nationally and internationally. The successful candidate will have a PhD, or be very
close to completing a PhD, in Criminology/
Criminal Justice or a closely related discipline. Additionally, the candidate will have a publication record
consistent with their experience. He or she will have a background in teaching criminology and/or
criminal justice at undergraduate and, ideally, postgraduate level. We particularly welcome applications
from candidates who can offer a new area of specialism to the centre.
For informal enquiries please contact Dr. Sarah Oerton, Deputy Head of School (Social Sciences), on
01443 482852 or e-mail: soerton@glam.ac.uk. or Dr. Jenny Maher (Criminology Subject Leader) on
01443 654181 or email jmaher@glam.ac.uk
You may also wish to visit the criminology web site at: http://criminology.research.glam.ac.uk/
CLOSING DATE: Friday 14th October 2011
FURTHER PARTICULARS FOR THE POST OF LECTURER IN LECTURER IN CRIMINOLOGY AND
CRIMINAL JUSTICE (0.8)
ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK
The University of Glamorgan has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live
and work in the UK.
For academic and research vacancies or those that require highly specialised skills and qualifications,
we will often be able to obtain a ‘Certificate of Sponsorship’ for a suitably qualified applicant who is not
currently eligible to work in the UK, if there are no suitable ‘resident’ candidates i.e. European Economic
Area.
For vacancies that are not academic, research or highly specialist, however, it is extremely unlikely that
a certificate of sponsorship would be granted. It is an essential requirement that before submitting an
application form you confirm your eligibility by visiting the Home Office website
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/. Here you will find useful information on the Points
Based Immigration System, along with a convenient Points Calculator.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible to:
Deputy Head of School (Social Sciences), Faculty of Business and Society
Main purposes of job:
1.
To contribute to the delivery of an effective teaching and scholarly experience for the
University’s students, and to help further its ambitions in research and knowledge transfer.
2.
To design, deliver and assess modules that form part of both the BSc and MSc Criminology
and Criminal Justice awards and to take a role in developing postgraduate provision within
Criminology.
3.
To deliver and assess core and optional modules that comprise the BSc and MSc Criminology
and Criminal Justice Awards.
4.
To play a role in the development of MSc provision within Criminology
5.
To contribute to the administration of modules and criminology awards more generally
6.
To supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertation and research students within
Criminology
7.
To undertake scholarly activity and produce high-quality publications that can be submitted to
the next research assessment (REF)
8.
To promote the reputation of the School, Faculty and University
Principal responsibilities & duties:
1.
To undertake module leadership as appropriate to level of experience in role (new starters
maybe exempt from this element until more experienced) and develop own teaching materials, methods
and approaches with guidance where necessary
2.
To teach on established courses of study, including team teaching, engaging students with
lectures, tutorials, seminars, etc. and to contribute to the maintenance and development of existing
modules and awards
3.
To fully engage and comply with the concept of the ‘Glamorgan Academic’* . This will include:
i. Establishing a personal research portfolio and/or demonstrating scholarly practice which enhances
teaching and if possible enhances the research profile of the subject area. This might also include
developing proposals and submitting grant applications
ii. Reflecting on academic practice which develops teaching materials and/or methods of approach and
delivery. This will include engagement with the University’s Reflecting On Academic Practice (RAP)
Scheme
4.
To utilise effective assessment instruments and ensure adequate, detailed feedback to
students is provided
5.
To engage with quality assessments, eg Subject review, module evaluation
6.
To supervise the work of students in areas such as projects, fieldwork and placements
7.
To communicate effectively with colleagues and students through internal networks, and the
sharing of ideas and information
8.
To attend field/subject/award boards as required
9.
To participate in professional duties such as Faculty Open Days and other recruitment
activities as appropriate
10.
To undertake appropriate levels of pastoral care for students ensuring interpersonal skills are
adequately developed
11.
To undertake continuous personal and professional development which ensures full fitness to
practice in the role of lecturer
12.
To comply with University policies relating to health and safety, equality of opportunity and data
management
13.
Any other duties as maybe assigned from time to time commensurate with the grade and as
required by the Head of School, Deputy Head of School/Subject Leader or Dean of Faculty.
The specific responsibilities of the post are:
To teach on and assess the following modules contributing to the BSc Criminology and Criminal Justice:
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Researching Crime 1 (CM1S006)
Understanding Criminal Justice (CM1S005)
Young People in the Criminal Justice System (CM3H007)
To supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertation students.
To contribute to curriculum development and other administration as appropriate.
To undertake scholarly activity and produce quality publications that can be submitted for the next REF.
*The Glamorgan Academic is a concept which advocates that lecturing staff at Glamorgan undertake
research and/or scholarly activity which contributes to their teaching. The concept underpins the
national academic contract.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential
a) The ability to teach specialist Criminology and
Criminal Justice modules at both undergraduate
and postgraduate levels
b) The ability to undertake administrative duties
associated with lecturing within HE
c) High standard of communication and delivery
skills
d) Research skills and abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
e) A broad range of subject related knowledge
which would include a working knowledge of
criminological theory, practice and research.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
f) Experience in designing, delivering and
assessing undergraduate criminology/criminal
justice modules
g) Experience of supervising undergraduate
students in connection with dissertations and
other projects
h) Experience of undertaking administrative duties
connected with university lecturing
i) Experience of sucessfully balancing teaching
committments with research commitments
TRAINING
Essential
j) A PhD (or submitted/very close to submission) in
Criminology or Criminal Justice (or a closely
related discipline) Or
k) An equivalent scholarly publication record
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
l) A good publication record
Desirable
m) Experience of team teaching
n) Experience of using innovative teaching methods
o) Good computing skills
Desirable
p) Expertise and research experience in a specific
area of criminology or criminal justice.
Desirable
q) Experience of teaching and supervising at
postgraduate level within criminology/criminal
justice or a closely allied subject.
r) To have the expertise and experience to deliver
and assess modules at post-graduate level
s) Experience in managing degree programmes or
awards
t) Experience in submitting applications, alone or
with others, for research grants and in
administering research projects
Desirable
u) A good first degree or masters degree in
Criminology or Criminal Justice
v) A relevant teaching qualification
Desirable
w) An excellent publication record including
publications in peer-reviewed journals
When completing the application form candidates are required to highlight their suitability for
the post by referring their application details to the essential/desirable requirements set out in
the Person Specification. This information will be used in deciding those to be shortlisted.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
The successful applicant will be appointed to the post of Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in the service of the
University of Glamorgan.
The Conditions of Service are those of the University of Glamorgan Higher Education Corporation.
CONTINUOUS SERVICE
Your continuous service will commence on your first day of employment at the University of Glamorgan.
The University does not recognise continuous service with other employers in any respect except in
accordance with the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government, etc)
(Modification) Order as amended.
STAFF APPRAISAL AND DEVELOPMENT
You will be required to participate in the Staff Appraisal and Development Scheme for Academic Staff.
This Scheme is the means by which your individual work objectives will be set, annually. It is also the
means by which your learning, training & development needs will be identified to support you,
throughout your employment with the University, in the achievement of your objectives. The University
expects a commitment to such personal development from all its staff, and it is intended that this should
be planned, and effectively evaluated to assess its impact upon performance.
In February 1999, The University of Glamorgan became the first University in Wales to achieve the
prestigious Investor in People Award.
Staff Training & Development is therefore recognised as a fundamental part of the University’s Human
Resources Strategy and is an important key to the achievement of the University’s Vision and Strategic
Goals.
WORKLOADS
The University operates an extended teaching day. The make-up of duties will be determined from time
to time by the Head of School/Deputy Head of School, in consultation with the individual Lecturer/Senior
Lecturer, and will be reviewed regularly through the University’s Staff Appraisal System.
IMPROVING ACADEMIC QUALITY
The University of Glamorgan is committed to providing a first class student experience, which includes
the highest possible standards of learning and teaching. To promote this objective the University has
adopted a concept of the "Glamorgan Academic". This involves all academic staff involving themselves
in research and/or scholarly activity which underpins their teaching. Whilst such activities are included
within the academic contract, making such an explicit statement signals the importance the University
attaches to this issue. Appraisals and other supporting development activities underline this
commitment.
There is also a blended learning approach to academic delivery, whereby staff will be encouraged and
supported to enhance their teaching methods. Online learning is one strand of this blended learning
concept, but more importantly the willingness to be open to change and innovation is sought in all new
members of staff. The University invests strongly in this area including regular enhancements to, and
support for its VLE (Blackboard) and online pedagogy, and we can demonstrate an enviable approach
to developing our staff.
Prospective candidates for lecturing posts at Glamorgan need to be aware that for quality assurance
purposes we expect all staff to undertake and obtain our Post Graduate Certificate in Learning and
Teaching (PGCLT). Attainment of the qualification is a mandatory element of probationary service for
lecturing staff, although exemptions can apply where new staff already possess a similar qualification,
and/or where HE teaching experience exceeds 4 years (full time equivalent). An appropriate time
allowance will be granted for study purposes.
SALARY
This post is graded Grade F and the range of this grade is £31,798 - £36,862 per annum. Common
practice is to appoint people to the minimum of the grade.
CRIMINAL RECORDS BUREAU DISCLOSURE
As you will have noted from these further particulars, it has been assessed as one where, if you are
appointed, you will be required to obtain a Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure. Disclosures obtained
with another organisation are not accepted by the University.
Because the Disclosure will form part of the Recruitment Process, you will, if invited to interview, be
requested to provide details of any criminal record you may have.
DURATION
This is a Permanent position
PENSION ARRANGEMENT
New appointees will have the option of joining the Teachers Pension Scheme (in which case
contributions will be made at 6.4% of gross salary), or of taking out a personal pension with an
approved provider.
TERMINATION
The appointments are terminable on either side upon three calendar months notice from the University
and three calendar months from the individual (other than in exceptional circumstances).
MEDICAL CLEARANCE
All posts in the University of Glamorgan are offered subject to medical clearance. If appointed, you will
be required to complete a questionnaire (confidential to the University's Medical Adviser) detailing your
medical history, and you may be requested to attend a medical examination.
PROBATION
New entrants to the service of the University of Glamorgan are appointed subject to a probationary
period of not normally more than 12 months, during which time we will seek to confirm their suitability for
the post.
HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
ALL STAFF
All staff are responsible for the health and safety of both themselves, and others upon whom they may
have an effect. All staff must co-operate with the University in achieving its Health and Safety
objectives. More detailed generic responsibilities are included in Appendix 7.3 of the University health
and safety policy.
LINE MANAGERS
All staff are responsible for the health and safety of both themselves, and others upon whom they may
have an effect. All staff must co-operate with the University in achieving its Health and Safety
objectives. Additionally, each Line Manager is responsible for the detailed adoption of the University's
Health and Safety Policy, within their span of control. More detailed generic responsibilities are included
in Appendix 7.3 of the University health and safety policy.
APPOINTMENTS PROCEDURE
Referees
Candidates should note that the University normally contacts referees for those shortlisted without
further advice to candidates.
If you do not wish a referee/s to be contacted, prior to interview, you should state this clearly.
Internal candidates should supply details of one referee only, being their Head of Department or Line
Manager.
External candidates will be asked to supply three referees.
PROGRESS OF APPLICATIONS
If you are successful in being selected for interview for the above post, you will be notified within 6
weeks of the closing date. If you have not heard by this date, then you should assume that your
application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
In the meantime, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in the University of
Glamorgan, and to wish you luck in your application.
CLOSING DATE: Friday 14th October 2011
Ref: FBS 305