Academic Tutor (Psychology - Neuroscience)

Study Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Study Group is seeking an Academic Tutor (Psychology - Neuroscience) to deliver high-quality education at The University of Sheffield International College in Sheffield. You will teach the International Year 1 Neuroscience & Clinical Psychology module alongside Research Methods for Psychology, supporting international students and coordinating modules where needed.

The role involves teaching groups of around 18–20 students at RQF Level 4, marking assessments, providing feedback, and contributing

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree in Neuropsychology or Psychology.
• Experience teaching Neuropsychology or Research Methods for Psychology in UK Higher Education or equivalent.
• Experience with assessment marking at RQF Level 3–4.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Academic Provision: teach groups of international students at RQF Level 4 (18–20 students).
• Module Delivery: teach Neuroscience & Clinical Psychology and Research Methods for Psychology; collaborate with other staff.
• Assessment & Feedback: undertake formative and summative marking and provide feedback.
• Module Coordination: may lead a small teaching team; QA checks on marking and updating materials.
• Quality Assurance: engage with QA procedures, moderation and standardisation.
• Continuous Improvement: identify and implement enhancements to improve student outcomes.
• Team Collaboration: work within a busy multidisciplinary team and communicate effectively.

Skills

Neuropsychology

Research Methods for Psychology

Teaching

Assessment marking

Education

PhD or Master’s in Neuropsychology/Psychology

Job description

Contract Type: Variable Hours, Permanent

Location: Sheffield, The University of Sheffield International College (On-Site)

Salary: £39.41 per hour

The University of Sheffield International College and its programmes are provided by Study Group in collaboration with the University of Sheffield.

The Academic Tutor (Psychology - Neuroscience) will deliver high-quality education within the Science team. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for teaching the International Year 1 Neuroscience & Clinical Psychology module alongside teaching Research Methods for Psychology.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Deliver Academic Provision: Teach groups of international students at RQF Level 4 with an average class size of 18-20 students.
• Module Delivery & Support: Effectively deliver the Neuroscience & Clinical Psychology and Research Methods for Psychology modules, working in seminar classes, collaborating with fellow module teaching staff.
• Assessment & Feedback: Undertake formative and summative marking and provide constructive feedback on a variety of student assessments.
• Module Coordination: Act as Module Coordinator where required; this may include leading a small teaching team, performing quality assurance checks on marking, and updating module materials.
• Quality Assurance: Engage fully with the college's quality assurance procedures, moderation, and standardisation processes.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement module enhancement needs and opportunities to optimise student outcomes.
• Team Collaboration: Work actively as part of a busy, multidisciplinary team, contributing to meetings and communicating effectively with colleagues.

ABOUT YOU

Required:

• A PhD or Master’s degree in Neuropsychology, Psychology, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Experience teaching Neuropsychology, Research Methods for Psychology or other areas of Psychology (or equivalent experience) within UK Higher Education, Further Education,Sixth Form or equivalent.
• Experience of assessment marking and writing at RQF Level 3 - 4.

Desirable:

• A recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, HEA Fellowship).
  
• Demonstrable experience or capability to provide cross-disciplinary teaching support for Project Skills for Biological & Medical Science or Biology.
• Experience of coordinating academic modules or equivalent academic leadership.
• Experience working with international students.

ABOUT US

Study Group is a leading international education provider that is dedicated and passionate about helping students around the world, creating a brighter future and reaching their full potential. We are a trusted international educator to students and more than 50 university partners globally. We deliver high-quality international education solutions that drive success for our partners and students. We are able to provide students with the resources and guidance they need to succeed. Our global network of offices and university partnerships ensure that students receive the best educational services available.

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