Lecturer in Statistics (Part-time)

Pepperdine University, London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Pepperdine University London seeks a part-time lecturer to teach an undergraduate module in Introductory Statistics for the social sciences. The position is based at our London study centre in South Kensington and will involve delivering lectures and assessments for the module.

The successful candidate will typically hold a PhD in Statistics or related field, with evidence of teaching effectiveness and experience teaching statistics.

Qualifications

• PhD in Statistics, Social Statistics, or a related field.
• Evidence of prior teaching experience with demonstrated effectiveness.
• Experience teaching statistics or research methods.
• Experience with American or international students is desirable.
• Must show legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver lectures for the module.
• Select and mark readings, assignments & exams.
• Correspond with students throughout the module.
• Coordinate with programme staff as needed.

Skills

Teaching experience

Evidence of teaching effectiveness

Statistics teaching

International students experience

UK work eligibility

Education

PhD in Statistics / Social Statistics

Job description

Department: London Programme

Pepperdine University London seeks a part-time lecturer to teach an undergraduate module in Introductory Statistics for the social sciences. Pepperdine University is an American university with several satellite campuses around the world. This position is based in our London study centre in South Kensington.

Module

Introductory Statistics (for the social sciences)

Module description

This undergraduate module provides a systematic introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, including both parametric and nonparametric methods. The module may be cross-listed in Psychology, Sociology, and Political Science, so an emphasis on statistical analysis for the social sciences is essential.

Job responsibilities

The lecturer is responsible for creating and delivering lectures, selecting and marking readings, homework assignments & exams, and corresponding with students.

Schedule

4 hours of lecture per week

Classes may be held Monday-Thursday, 8am-6pm. This class is generally scheduled as 2 x 2-hour sessions per week.

Term Dates/Times

Classes begin: Monday 11 January 2027

Half-term Break: 15-19 February 2027

Student field trip: 1-5 March 2027 (no classes meet)

Holiday: Monday 29 March 2027 (no classes meet)

Last day of classes: Thursday 8 April 2027

Final Exams: 12-15 April 2027 (1 x 3-hour exam to be scheduled during this week)

Qualifications

• Preferred: PhD in Statistics, Social Statistics, or a related field. Phds in Psychology, Sociology or Political Science will also be considered with demonstrable experience in statistical analysis.
• Applicants should be able to demonstrate prior teaching experience and effectiveness in the classroom, supported by teaching evaluations. Competitive candidates will have experience teaching statistics or research methods.
• Experience working with American or international students is desirable.
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate their legal right to work in the UK.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristics under UK law.

Compensation

£5,000 to £6,000 for the module, depending on qualifications and experience