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Sessional Lecturer - Engineering

Wrexham University

Expires in 14 days

Overview

Wrexham University is seeking experienced academics and industry professionals to join our Engineering Sessional Lecturer Pool, with an initial focus on supporting the delivery of our growing Transnational Education (TNE) provision.
Competitive hourly teaching rate. Where international teaching is required, flights, accommodation, subsistence and appropriate local support will be provided in accordance with University arrangements.
Part time, Temporary
(Casual hours)
Wrexham University, Wrexham, with teaching assignments in China

Key information

Alongside our TNE provision, sessional lecturers will become part of the wider Engineering academic community at Wrexham University, working collaboratively with our existing academic teams and contributing to teaching and learning across our Engineering portfolio where opportunities and programme requirements arise.

About the role

Successful applicants will support our established partnership with Dalian Polytechnic University in China, contributing to the delivery of the BEng (Hons) Mechatronics Engineering programme. This will include periods of teaching at our partner institution in China, with assignments planned according to programme requirements and individual areas of expertise.

These roles provide an opportunity to contribute to Wrexham University’s international ambitions while maintaining a strong connection with teaching and academic activity at Wrexham. Sessional lecturers will work with colleagues across both Wrexham University and our international partners, supporting a consistent, high-quality student experience across our home and TNE provision.

Wrexham University is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates and will ensure applicants will not be discriminated against due to their protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. The University will make all efforts to meet your access requirements. Please contact our People Team as soon as possible to discuss any adjustments or assistance you may need to complete your application form, or to answer any queries you may have.

We welcome applications in Welsh and English. Any applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.

Requirements

Applicants should have:

  • A postgraduate qualification in Engineering or a closely related discipline.
  • Higher education teaching experience or significant relevant industrial experience.
  • The ability to deliver engaging, inclusive and student-centred teaching.
  • The ability to contribute effectively to practical and laboratory-based learning where appropriate.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively alongside established academic teams.
  • The flexibility to contribute to teaching at Wrexham University and undertake international teaching assignments where required.

The following are desirable:

  • Fellowship of Advance HE or an HE teaching qualification.
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or professional body membership.
  • Experience of Transnational Education or international teaching.