Graduate Teaching Assistant, Geography & Earth Sciences

The University of Glasgow; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Glasgow is seeking an academic to contribute to the delivery of high-quality undergraduate teaching within an established programme.

You'll plan and deliver teaching and assessment, provide feedback, supervise projects, and engage in CPD. The role emphasises inclusive, evidence-based teaching and the use of learning technologies such as Moodle to enhance student learning.

Qualifications

• Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject with understanding of teaching, learning and assessment.
• PhD/MPhil/PGT qualification or current progression towards one in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning, organisation and delivery of undergraduate teaching.
• Deliver teaching and assessment activities for undergraduate courses.
• Participate in course administration, marking, feedback and communications within deadlines.
• Assist with development of teaching materials aligned to learning objectives.
• Support use of learning technologies (e.g., Moodle) to enhance delivery and assessment.
• Apply specialist knowledge to inclusive, evidence-based teaching to support learning outcomes.
• Participate in full assessment processes and provide timely feedback to students.
• Supervise student projects and practical work, advising on methods and techniques.
• Engage in continuing professional development as appropriate.
• Undertake other duties as required by the Head of School.

Skills

Subject matter expertise

Teaching & student support

Communication & presentation

IT literacy & Moodle/IT tools

Teamwork & independence

Education

Honours degree (SCQF Level 10) relevant to teaching area

PhD/PGT qualification in relevant subject (or working towards)

Job description

The University of Glasgow is seeking an academic to contribute to the delivery of high-quality undergraduate teaching within an established programme.

You'll plan and deliver teaching and assessment, provide feedback, supervise projects, and engage in CPD. The role emphasises inclusive, evidence-based teaching and the use of learning technologies such as Moodle to enhance student learning.