Lecturer in Entrepreneurship

University of Bristol; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time Lecturer in Entrepreneurship to join their innovative team. This role focuses on developing and delivering engaging entrepreneurship education, inspiring students to think creatively and develop practical solutions. You'll collaborate with academic colleagues and contribute to evolving teaching strategies, ensuring students are equipped with the skills needed to thrive in the entrepreneurial landscape. With a hybrid working environment and a commitment to inclusivity, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs.

Benefits

32 days of annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Hybrid working environment

Inclusive culture valuing diversity

Qualifications

• Practical industry experience in entrepreneurship or education.
• Ability to inspire students and encourage innovative thinking.

Responsibilities

• Support development and delivery of entrepreneurship education.
• Collaborate on curriculum development and assessment strategies.

Skills

Start-ups

Entrepreneurial theory

Strategy

Finance

Organizational skills

Teaching experience

Fostering entrepreneurial cultures

Education

Higher Education Teaching

Job description

The role

Within our multi-award-winning team at the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, we have a vacancy for a part-time Lecturer in Entrepreneurship.

The Centre is a flagship component of the University of Bristol's strategy to strengthen links between education, research, entrepreneurship, and innovation, leveraging Bristol’s city and region as a unique asset on the international stage.

We seek individuals with practical industry experience who can guide, influence, and inspire future innovators. Candidates may be successful entrepreneurs looking to give back, innovators with a proven track record in successful businesses, or educators with higher education backgrounds seeking an inspiring position.

The aim of our innovation programme is to produce highly-skilled graduates capable of changing the world through new products, innovations, and startups.

What will you be doing?

The role involves supporting the development and delivery of entrepreneurship education and undertaking associated administrative duties. A key focus is developing practical, applied learning approaches utilizing team and project-based studio learning. The post holder will help students develop innovative solutions and enable change, both individually and in groups.

You will teach at various levels, collaborate with academic colleagues on curriculum development, and contribute to evolving our teaching, learning, and assessment strategies.

You will use your knowledge, experience, qualifications, and skills to inspire students and encourage innovative thinking. You will support designing and developing entrepreneurship activities, initiatives, programmes, and courses.

You should apply if

• You have expertise in areas such as:
• Start-ups, especially those with a digital footprint
• Entrepreneurial theory, strategy, and finance
• Working with organizations to deliver impactful change
• Experience in relevant commercial/social environments or higher education teaching
• Knowledge of current trends and issues in entrepreneurship and start-up cultures
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills
• Ability to contribute to the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Experience fostering entrepreneurial cultures

Additional information

We welcome applications from enthusiastic individuals who meet the criteria. Applications should include a cover letter (max two sides A4) and a CV (max three sides A4). This role is not research-focused.

For informal enquiries, contact:

Peter Bartlett, Centre Education Director: [e-mail]

Tom Ellson, Director of the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship: [e-mail]

For detailed role information: www.bristol.ac.uk/jobs

For information about the Centre: www.bristol.ac.uk/innovation

Benefits include:

• 32 days of annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• Access to a generous pension scheme with employer contributions
• Hybrid working environment
• Inclusive culture valuing diversity

Our strategy and mission

We have launched a strategy extending to 2030, aligning our mission, vision, and values.