Dissertation Supervisor - Business & Tourism - Part Time

GBS Group (UK); St Ann's Chapel; Vor Ort; GBP 2.790; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

An educational organization is seeking a part-time Dissertation Supervisor in the United Kingdom. Ideal candidates will guide students through dissertation processes, requiring a Master's degree and experience in dissertation supervision. The role involves supporting up to 20 students, providing supervision and feedback. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and good IT capabilities. This position aims to foster independent scholarly development in a supportive, diverse learning environment.

Qualifikationen

• Must have demonstrable experience in academic research and dissertation supervision.
• Experience in Higher Education is essential.
• Knowledge of research ethics and academic writing conventions is a must.

Aufgaben

• Guide students in defining and refining their research questions.
• Advise on research methodologies and ethical considerations.
• Provide structured feedback on dissertation drafts.

Kenntnisse

Experience in academic research

Strong interpersonal skills

Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methodology

Good IT skills

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Master's Level degree in a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Dissertation Supervisor - Business & Tourism - Part Time

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

Are you someone who can guide students through the process of writing their dissertations? Do you have previous experience of providing dissertation supervision combined with demonstrable experience in Business and Tourism Management as well as working with adult learners from diverse backgrounds? We want to hear from you! You will join the teaching teams and support the research project module.

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

Salary: £250 per student in all locations. This includes supervisory time, formative feedback, 1st marking and 2nd marking as well as 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 their 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 be affecting progress.
• Promote inclusive and supportive learning environments.

About You

• Qualified to at least a Master's Level degree in a related discipline area.
• Demonstrable experience in academic research and dissertation supervision.
• Experience of 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, both higher education and working with a diverse student body, especially mature students from a widening participation background.
• Willing to work occasional weekends and evenings, and travel to our various campuses.
• Good IT skills working on all Microsoft packages.

Desirable

• External examiner experience.
• Relevant industry related experience.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part‑time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services