Dissertation Supervisor - Business & Tourism

GEDU Services; South Petherton; On-site; GBP 344,400; Part time

Job summary

An education service provider is looking for Dissertation Supervisors specializing in Business and Tourism Management to support students through their dissertation processes. The role requires qualified professionals with experience in higher education and a master's degree. Responsibilities include guiding students, providing feedback, and maintaining contact. The position is part-time, offering £250 per student for supervision and includes a flexible schedule with some evening and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Qualified to at least a Master’s level degree in a relevant field.
• Demonstrable experience in academic research and dissertation supervision.
• Experience working in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Support students in defining and refining research questions.
• Provide structured feedback on dissertation drafts.
• Maintain regular contact with assigned students through meetings.

Skills

Academic research experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methodology

Experience with mature students

Education

Master's level degree in a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office package

Job description

Dissertation Supervisor - Business & Tourism

Be among the first 25 applicants.

We are seeking Dissertation Supervisors to support our vision of changing lives through education.

Are you able to guide students through the dissertation process with experience in Business and Tourism Management and working with adult learners from diverse backgrounds? If so, we want to hear from you. You will join teaching teams and support the research project module.

You will be allocated up to 20 project students and provide 10 hours of supervision plus marking time per student.

Salary: £250 per student, includes supervisory time, formative feedback, first and second marking, and ad-hoc meetings.

Department: Academic/Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) partnership.

Location: London (West and East), Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds – On‑site.

What You’ll Be Doing

Academic Supervision:

• Support students in defining and refining research questions and objectives.
• Advise on appropriate research methodologies and ethical considerations.
• Guide students in conducting literature reviews and sourcing relevant materials.
• Provide structured feedback on dissertation drafts and monitor progress.
• Ensure dissertations meet required academic, institutional and PSRB standards.

Student Support:

• Maintain regular contact with assigned students through scheduled supervision meetings.
• Encourage independent thinking and scholarly development.
• Identify and address academic or personal challenges that may affect progress.
• Promote inclusive and supportive learning environments.

About You

• Qualified to at least a Master’s level degree in a related discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in academic research and dissertation supervision.
• Experience working in higher education.
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methodology.
• Knowledge of statistical programmes and secondary data analysis.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of research ethics, methodologies, and academic writing conventions.
• Understanding of and passion for higher education and working with a diverse mature student body.
• Willing to work occasional weekends and evenings, and travel to various campuses.
• Good IT skills with Microsoft packages.

Desirable

• External examiner experience.
• Relevant industry experience.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part‑time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Education