Lecturer in Computer Science and Game Design - University of Liverpool, Bengaluru Campus

About:

Established in 1881, University of Liverpool is an internationally renowned Russell Group university recognized for our high-quality teaching and research. We are consistently ranked as one of the best universities both nationally and globally, and most of our research is rated world leading or internationally excellent. This is the chance to be part of a once in a generation opportunity to build a globally recognised university in India, backed by the heritage and academic strength of the University of Liverpool. Shape minds, influence futures, and reimagine higher education for tomorrow.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Early Career Academic /Lecturer in Computer Science and Game Design to join the founding academic team at the University of Liverpool's India Campus. In this exciting role, you will not only contribute to world class teaching and academic delivery but also play a vital part in shaping a cutting edge, learner centric environment that mirrors the academic excellence of the Liverpool campus.

As a Early Career Academic /Lecturer, you will be expected to bring academic rigor, a student first mindset, and a bold, future ready approach to teaching and learning excellence at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate teaching excellence in the public or private sector and will have a recognised professional accounting qualification.

Commitment to Diversity

We are committed to enhancing workforce diversity and seek to attract, develop and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Salary will be commensurate with the appointee's accomplishments, potential, and the academic rank of the appointment.

Key responsibilities and duties:

Teaching

• Lead and teach modules related to Computer Science and Game Design at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Supervise, mentor and advise students on academic related matters.
• Contribute to module development and design, in addition to both teaching and assessment.
• Contribute to the enhancement of students experience through academic advising, peer mentoring and student belonging initiatives.

Professional engagement and knowledge exchange

• Work closely with academic organisations in knowledge exchange.
• Build relationships with external professional and industry organisations.

Administration

• Participate in and contribute to the running of activities in the department by undertaking administrative duties as agreed with the Associate Dean.
• To attend relevant academic or management committees.
• Undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as required.

Other skills

• Ability to work co-operatively and effectively with colleagues and show enthusiasm for contributing in general to the department and with colleagues based at the home campus.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.

In addition to the above, all University of Liverpool, India Bengaluru staff are required to:

• Adhere to all University policies and procedures, completing all obligatory training and induction modules, including Equality & Diversity and Health & Safety.
• Respect confidentiality: all confidential information should be kept in confidence and not released to unauthorised persons.
• Participate in the University's Professional Development Review scheme and take a proactive approach to own professional development.
• Demonstrate customer service excellence in dealing with all stakeholders.
• Embody and uphold the University's Vision and Values.

Essential Qualifications and Attributes:

• PhD in a relevant subject.
• Ability and enthusiasm to teach Computer Science and Game Design while enhancing the student experience.
• Ability and willingness to work co-operatively and effectively with colleagues, and enthusiasm for contributing in general to the department
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Ability and willingness to engage with the University's Student Success Framework, which aims to enhance the student experience through academic advising, peer mentoring and student belonging initiatives.
• Excellent foundation knowledge required to teach core modules in Computer Science and Game Design.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

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