[Commlist] Senior Lecturer Vacancy at CCPR, University of Glasgow

The Centre for Cultural Policy Research (CCPR) at the University of 
Glasgowoffers a vibrant and supportive research-led work environment in 
one of the UK’s oldest and most inspiring universities. We are currently 
seeking to recruit a Senior Lecturer in International Media in order to 
strengthen the Centre’s reputation for research on media and 
communications and to support our PG teaching.

Further details of this post, for which the closing date is Monday 18 
February 2019, can be found(Ref: 024028) at: 
https://www.gla.ac.uk/it/iframe/jobs/

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Job Details
Senior Lecturer in International Media

Reference Number
    024028
Location
    Gilmorehill Campus / Main Building
College / Service
    COLLEGE OF ARTS
Department
    SCHOOL OF CULTURE & CREATIVE ARTS
Job Family
    Research And Teaching
Position Type
    Full Time
Salary Range
    £51,630 - £58,089

Job Purpose


Policy Research (CCPR) at the University of Glasgow has forged a 
reputation for its rigorous, high-impact research and analysis of media 
and cultural industries and policies and also for its internationally 
leading Masters provision. Based in CCPR, the purpose of this post is to 
strengthen the Centre’s research in relation to international media, 
cultural and creative industries with a particular focus on media and 
communications, and to support CCPR’s teaching. The appointee will play 
a vital role in leading a research agenda in the Centre and the College 
of Arts, in line with the University, College and School and CCPR 
strategic objectives.
Main Duties and Responsibilities


1. To lead and sustain high–quality research activity through a 
portfolio of individual, joint and/or network research projects, and to 
secure external funding for the same through successful grant 
applications to Research Councils and other funding bodies.

2. To provide research leadership in the relevant Unit of Assessment and 
to contribute effectively to enhancing that UoA’s research profile in 
future national research assessment exercises, including maintaining a 
track record of high quality publications and attending and 
participating in appropriate research seminars/conferences.

3. To contribute proactively to research in CCPR and to enhancing the 
Centre’s research profile; and to take a leading role in the School and 
the College of Arts in developing interdisciplinary research and teaching.

4. To develop links with relevant national and international bodies 
inside and outside academia with a view to enhancing research, teaching 
and impact.

5. To provide research direction for more junior staff and, where 
possible, engage in collaborative research, thereby promoting the 
development of the University’s research base.

6. To attract and be responsible for supervision and training of 
postgraduate students, supporting these students to produce high quality 
scholarship and to successfully complete studies in line with University 
(and where relevant) funder guidelines.

7. To contribute to all aspects of the design, review, organisation, 
delivery and assessment of existing teaching programmes and courses in CCPR.

8. To contribute to the School’s ongoing development and review of the 
curriculum, in a manner that supports a research-led approach to student 
learning and employability.

9. To participate within the Centre, School and/or College in 
administrative and other activities as directed by the Director of CCPR, 
Head of School or VP Head of College, including mentoring of junior 
staff, in accordance with the School/College strategy.

10. To foster collaboration in research and teaching with other units of 
the University.

11. To work effectively in co-operation with colleagues in the School, 
College and University as a whole.

12. To develop and lead research and where appropriate teaching 
initiatives, which support the School and College Knowledge Exchange 
agendas.

13. To engage in professional development as appropriate.

14. To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international 
profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, Inspiring People 
Changing The World.
http://www.gla.ac.uk/media/media_180610_en.pdf
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience


Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential:
A1 A PhD in a relevant area.
A2 Outstanding knowledge of research within relevant areas which 
enhances and expands existing areas of expertise within the Centre
A3 An international research profile.

Desirable:
B1 Knowledge of international/global media

Skills

Essential:
C1 Excellent academic leadership skills.
C2 Substantial evidence of carrying out and sustaining research at the 
highest level.
C3 Experience of working both independently and as part of a team.
C4 Extensive track record of seeking and acquiring external research 
funding.
C5 Excellent collaborative skills, both in an interdisciplinary context 
and beyond academia
C6 Excellent organisational skills, including time/project management 
skills.
C7 Ability to increase the number of students coming to the University 
to undertake postgraduate study.
C8 Excellent oral and written communication skills.
C9 Excellent interpersonal skills.
C10 Ability to demonstrate originality and innovation in research and 
scholarship
C11 Capacity to lead, enthuse and motivate students and colleagues

Experience

Essential:
E1 Typically 5-7 years postdoctoral experience.
E2 Outstanding international publication record and research profile 
which can significantly enhance the subject area’s standing 
internationally and which would significantly enhance any future 
University submission to national research assessment exercise(s) with 
demonstrable performance at 4* level.
E3 A significant track record of attracting external research funding.
E4 Extensive experience of teaching in relevant subject area(s) and the 
ability to teach across disciplines.
E5 Extensive experience of postgraduate, Masters and PhD supervision. 
Where academic experience is gained outside of the UK the ability to 
demonstrate equivalent experience may be consider.
E7 A demonstrable commitment to Knowledge Exchange, public engagement 
and the broader impact of research.
E8 An established international academic network.


Desirable:
F1 Track record of research and teaching on international/global aspects 
of media


Job Features


Planning and Organising

Participating fully in a team of research-active staff.
Researching and publishing work of the highest quality in appropriate 
outlets
Preparing and presenting applications for research funding
Planning and organising research meetings, seminars and conferences
Supervising, where appropriate, postdoctoral research assistants
Supervising postgraduate, Masters and doctoral students
Actively contributing to University/College/School research strategy
Contributing to international and national research developments
Providing leadership in strategic planning of research, teaching and 
administration at all levels within and beyond the School, including the 
identification of new initiatives.
Providing leadership in designing programmes and courses, and in 
delivering teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate students
Undertaking assessment and delivering feedback to undergraduate and 
postgraduate students
Participating in University/College/School planning
Organising knowledge exchange and outreach activities as appropriate

Decision Making

Decisions on research methodology and submission of grant applications
Decisions on placement of research output
Decisions on programme/course content and teaching and assessment methods
Decisions on short-term and longer-term research objectives for 
postgraduate students
Mentoring of new research and/or teaching staff
Contributing to University/College/School decision-making on research 
and teaching
Prioritising workload in accordance with agreed School/College strategy.
Taking responsibility for organisation of resources, as appropriate.

Internal/External Relationships

Internal
Director of CCPR, Head of School, Head of College and University 
officers to ensure that strategic objectives are met
Academic colleagues for information exchange to facilitate effective 
research and teaching.
Research students/postdoctoral researchers to oversee and advise on research
Undergraduate and postgraduate students to optimise their learning
Administrative staff for exchange of information relating to delivery of 
research and teaching

External
Key researchers in the field
Key practitioners
Relevant governmental and non-governmental organisations
Research Councils, charitable bodies and other external sources of 
research funding
General public/media

Problem Solving

World-class research is a key aspect of this post, including solving 
research problems at the forefront of the field and the development of 
new ideas, methods and research projects
Resolving issues regarding research funding
Resolving issues arising in pursuit of research objectives
Assisting research students to resolve problems regarding their research
Assisting postgraduate students to resolve problems regarding their studies
Resolving issues arising in performance of administrative functions
Proposing, imaginatively, strategies and negotiating alternative 
arrangements in response to strategic challenges in research, teaching 
and service
Standard Terms & Conditions

The salary will be on the Research and Teaching Grade 9 , £51,630 - 
£58,089 per annum.

The post is full time and open ended.

The successful applicant will be eligible to join the Universities' 
Superannuation Scheme. Further information regarding the scheme is 
available from the Superannuation Officer, who is also prepared to 
advise on questions relating to the transfer of Superannuation benefits.

Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.

New entrants to the University will be required to serve a probationary 
period of 6 months.

Vacancy reference: 024028, Closing date: 19 February 2019

It is the University of Glasgow’s mission to foster an inclusive 
climate, which ensures equality in our working, learning, research and 
teaching environment.

We strongly endorse the principles of Athena SWAN, including a 
supportive and flexible working environment, with commitment from all 
levels of the organisation in promoting gender equity

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