We are recruiting a full-time Specialist Lead of the Science & Engineering Education Research and Innovation Hub to join a friendly, innovative and dedicated team in at The University of Manchester.
SEERIH is a nationally recognised centre of expertise that sits within the Faculty of Science & Engineering and is responsible for managing a portfolio of science and engineering education projects, supported through external and internal grants funding. Its work prioritises the importance of developing communities of practice with in-service science teachers in Greater Manchester and influencing practice and policy nationally within mainstream STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) education for pre-14 year olds. Key focus is on raising achievement and attainment in science in mainstream primary and secondary schools, with particular focus on those in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage.
You will have previous experience of working in the STEM education sector at a senior level and leading and motivating teams. You will have experience of teacher professional development and curriculum resource development, have developed and evaluated projects and campaigns operating at local, regional and national level.
You will possess excellent organisational skills, communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate and relationship build effectively and sensitively.
Please see the job description for more details on the main duties of the role and the essential criteria we are looking for in a candidate.
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working – with the expectation the post holder will be onsite at least 2 days per week.. You can find out more here
Blended working arrangements may be considered
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Dr Lynne Bianchi
Email: lynne.bianchi@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
