Academic positions

1) Lecturer or Teaching Fellow (equivalent to Assistant Professor) in Computing

School of Computing and Communications
Salary: Competitive
Closing Date: Tuesday 30 June 2020
Interview Date: To be confirmed 
Reference: A3026 for Lecturer / A3027 for Teaching Fellow

Lancaster University invites applications for two positions:  Lecturer (equivalent to Assistant Professor) (job ref A3026) and Teaching Fellow (job ref A3027) to join the exciting new Lancaster campus in Leipzig (Germany). The Leipzig campus will offer Lancaster University degree programmes. While based in Leipzig and reporting to the Academic Dean of Lancaster University Leipzig, you will have a close association with the School of Computing and Communications at Lancaster, with opportunities to spend time in Lancaster and interact with colleagues in UK.

The ideal candidate will have completed a PhD and have well-rounded capabilities in teaching, research and engagement. As a part of this exciting new initiative, you will have ample opportunities to support and develop each of these activities from the ground up, starting with an initial focus on academic delivery.  You should be able to deliver excellent teaching at the undergraduate level and pursue your own independent research and develop publications in high quality Computing journals or conferences (Lecturer A3026) or scholarly activities that contribute to the teaching excellence of the institution (Teaching Fellow A3027).

Candidates for the Teaching Fellow role (A3027) will have a suitable track record of undergraduate teaching and/or module design. For the Lecturer role (A3026) you will have a suitable research track record of targeting high quality journals or a record of equivalent high-quality research outputs.    

Although German language skills are not a prerequisite for the role, applicants with an interest in making a long-term commitment to Lancaster University Leipzig are particularly welcome.

You should have a PhD in Computing or closely related discipline, or are expected to complete their PhD in the near future. 

ABOUT LANCASTER UNIVERSITY LEIPZIG: This role is based at our campus in Leipzig, Germany. The Leipzig campus will offer Lancaster University degree programmes taught in English, with the University retaining responsibility over quality and standards. This programme builds on our partner Navitas’ foundation programme, high quality campus facilities, student recruitment and support services and administrative staff.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications should contain a cover letter, CV, and a teaching statement.  Please visit https://hr-jobs.lancs.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=A3027 for the Job Description and Person Specification. 

For an informal discussion, please contact Dr. Keivan Navaie/Dr. Mark Brewer (via scc-hr-enquiries@lancaster.ac.uk) quoting the reference and job title above.

We welcome applications from people in all diversity groups.

More information about the campus can be found at lancasteruniversityleipzig.com

Please note this role a full time, indefinite post based in Leipzig, Germany. The contracting employer for this role is Lancaster Leipzig GmbH 

2) Lecturer (Assistant Professor) or Teaching Fellow in Accounting and Finance

Salary: Competitive
Closing Date: Tuesday 07 July 2020
Reference:  A3035

Lancaster University invites applications for a Lecturer (Assistant Professor)/Teaching Fellow position in Accounting and Finance, to be based in the University’s brand new campus in Leipzig (Germany). The Leipzig campus will offer Lancaster University degree programmes. While based in Leipzig and reporting to the Dean of Lancaster University Leipzig, the new colleague will have a close association with the Department of Accounting and Finance at Lancaster, with opportunities to spend time in Lancaster and interact with colleagues there.

The ideal candidate will have completed a PhD. Candidates for Lecturer will have a pipeline of research papers suitable for targeting high quality journals or a record of high quality research outputs. For Teaching Fellow, they will have a demonstrated record of undergraduate teaching or/and module design. Please state in your application which of the two roles (Lecturer/ Teaching Fellow) you are applying for.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates should have a PhD in Accounting, Finance or related discipline, or are expected to complete their PhD in the near future. Candidates should be able to deliver excellent teaching at the undergraduate level and pursue either their own independent research and develop publications in high quality Accounting and/or Finance journals (Lecturer) or scholarship activities that contribute to the teaching excellence of the institution (Teaching Fellow).

ABOUT LANCASTER UNIVERSITY LEIPZIG: This role is based on our campus in Leipzig, Germany. The Leipzig campus will offer Lancaster University degree programmes, with the University retaining responsibility over academic matters; including Lancaster staff teaching the degree programmes. Navitas, who Lancaster are partnering with at this campus, will be responsible for the Foundation Programme, provision of leased premises and facilities for the campus, student recruitment and support services and administrative staff.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please submit your application online at: https://hr-jobs.lancs.ac.uk/ by 7 July, 2020. Job packets must contain a cover letter (stating for which position you intend to apply), CV, a job market paper (for applicants who wish to be considered for a Lecturer position), a research statement (only for lecturers), and a teaching statement. In addition, three letters of reference should be emailed to Joanna Stephens j.stephens@lancaster.ac.uk. For an informal discussion, please contact Professor Greg Pawlina (Head of Department of Accounting and Finance) g.pawlina@lancaster.ac.uk or Professor Mark Stevenson m.stevenson@lancaster.ac.uk (Associate Dean – International, Lancaster University Management School).

Although German language skills are not a prerequisite for the role, applicants with an interest in making a long-term commitment to Lancaster University Leipzig are particularly welcome.

 We welcome applications from people in all diversity groups.

 More information about the campus can be found at lancasteruniversityleipzig.com

Please note this role a full time, indefinite post based in Leipzig, Germany. The contracting employer for this role is Lancaster Leipzig GmbH.

3) Academic Teaching Staff – Computing

Salary: Competitive

Location: Leipzig/Germany

Type: Fixed-term contract; part-time, hourly paid contract

Lancaster University Leipzig (LU Leipzig) is the European campus of Lancaster University, UK, located in the heart of the City of Leipzig and welcomes German, EU, and international students.  Lancaster University is among the best in the UK, ranking in the top 10 in all three major national league tables, as well as highly ranked in international league tables such as the QS World Rankings.  LU Leipzig offers a range of degree programmes, with the university committed to providing the same academic quality and fully rounded student experience as in the UK.  In September 2020, we will offer the undergraduate courses BSc (Hons) Computer Science and BSc (Hons) Software Engineering.

Lancaster University Leipzig invites applications from lecturers, interested in the inclusion of a pool of lecturers with the opportunity for hourly paid teaching if and when required for the delivery of computing courses. Contracts take into consideration other professional engagements by lecturers.

Applications are encouraged from lecturers with expertise to teach in the following modules:

• Digital Systems
• Fundamentals of Computer Science
• Information Systems
• Software Development
• Advanced Programming
• Computer Networks
• Databases
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Operating Systems
• Social, Ethical and Professional Issues in Computing
• Software Design
• Artificial Intelligence
• Distributed Systems
• Languages and Compilation
• Security and Risk
• Internet Applications Engineering
• Security and Risk

Your Profile:

Interested applicants will be able to demonstrate:

• Previous teaching experience in a related field,
• A post-graduate University degree; and preferably a PhD (although applicants with masters degrees will also be considered),
• Ability to communicate with staff and students from a diverse range of cultural and educational backgrounds,
• Excellent verbal and written English language communication skills,
• Good IT, general administration, data analysis and presentation skills,
• A “can do” mentality,
• Fluency in English; knowledge of German is beneficial, and
• Desirably, knowledge of the UK Higher Education system (and/or previous teaching experience at a UK HE institution).

What we offer:

Lancaster University offers an exciting opportunity for successful candidates will work in:

• A new and dynamic team catering for the needs of predominately international students,
• A work space in one of the most attractive cities in Germany, and
• A growing campus that aims to rapidly increase its offerings in both teaching and research.

Application Procedure:

The application package should consist of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and two contacts (including positions) for recommendation letters.

Please merge all documents into one PDF file, indicating your name and submit by e-mail to:

Dr Mark Brewer | Academic Dean | lecturer.pool@lancasterleipzig.de

4) Academic Teaching Staff – Business and Accounting/Finance

Salary: Competitive

Location: Leipzig/Germany

Type: Fixed-term contract; part-time, hourly paid contract

Lancaster University Leipzig (LU Leipzig) is the European campus of Lancaster University, UK, located in the heart of the City of Leipzig and welcomes German, EU, and international students.  Lancaster University is among the best in the UK, ranking in the top 10 in all three major national league tables, as well as highly ranked in international league tables such as the QS World Rankings.  LU Leipzig offers a range of degree programmes, with the university committed to providing the same academic quality and fully rounded student experience as in the UK.  In September 2020, we will offer the undergraduate courses BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance and BSc (Hons) Business Management.

Lancaster University Leipzig invites applications from lecturers, interested in the inclusion of a pool of lecturers with the opportunity for hourly paid teaching if and when required for the delivery of the accounting/finance and business courses. Contracts take into consideration other professional engagements by lecturers.

Applications are encouraged from lecturers with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Employability and Careers
• Business Analytics
• Financial Accounting
• Management and Strategic Management
• Marketing
• Entrepreneurship
• Economics
• Operations
• Spreadsheet Modelling
• Leadership
• Accounting and Finance
• Quantitative Methods
• Accounting Information Systems and Auditing
• Management Accounting
• Financial Accounting
• Statistical Methods

Your Profile:

Interested applicants will be able to demonstrate:

• Previous teaching experience in a related field,
• A post-graduate University degree; and preferably a PhD (although applicants with masters degrees will also be considered),
• Ability to communicate with staff and students from a diverse range of cultural and educational backgrounds,
• Excellent verbal and written English language communication skills,
• Good IT, general administration, data analysis and presentation skills,
• A “can do” mentality,
• Fluency in English; knowledge of German is beneficial, and
• Desirably, knowledge of the UK Higher Education system (and/or previous teaching experience at a UK HE institution). 

What we offer:

Lancaster University offers an exciting opportunity for successful candidates will work in:

• A new and dynamic team catering for the needs of predominately international students,
• A work space in one of the most attractive cities in Germany, and
• A growing campus that aims to rapidly increase its offerings in both teaching and research.

Application Procedure:

The application package should consist of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and two contacts (including positions) for recommendation letters.

Please merge all documents into one PDF file, indicating your name and submit by e-mail to:

Dr Mark Brewer | Academic Dean | lecturer.pool@lancasterleipzig.de

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