PhD Teaching Assistant - Mathematics & Statistics (Undergrad)

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Glasgow invites applications for a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the School of Mathematics and Statistics. The role supports undergraduate teaching, assessment, and administration while contributing to the student experience.

The successful candidate will hold an honours degree and be working towards a PhD or equivalent qualification, with strong communication and IT skills to support teaching across undergraduate courses.

Qualifications

• Honours degree relevant to the teaching area.
• Currently registered and working towards a PhD (MPhil/PhD) or PGT qualification in a relevant subject.
• Experience delivering and supporting undergraduate or postgraduate students.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or teaching students in practical settings.
• Proficient in using IT and relevant software to support teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and delivering undergraduate teaching programs.
• Conduct teaching and assessment activities aimed at undergraduate subjects.
• Engage in course administration tasks, including effective communication, marking, and providing timely feedback.
• Help develop teaching materials that align with learning objectives.
• Utilize learning technologies to support course delivery, organization, feedback, and assessment, including blended and online formats.
• Apply specialized knowledge to cater to the diverse needs of learners and promote student engagement.
• Participate in the assessment process using various methods and provide constructive feedback to support student learning.
• Supervise student projects and practical work, offering guidance on skills and techniques.
• Engage in professional development activities as necessary.
• Perform additional reasonable duties as assigned by the Head of School.
• Contribute to enhancing the University’s international profile in accordance with its Strategic Plan.

Skills

Excellent communication

Presentation skills

IT proficiency

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Honours degree (SCQF Level 10) relevant to the teaching area

PhD (MPhil/PhD) or PGT qualification in a relevant subject

Tools

Learning technologies

Job description

The University of Glasgow invites applications for a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the School of Mathematics and Statistics. The role supports undergraduate teaching, assessment, and administration while contributing to the student experience.

The successful candidate will hold an honours degree and be working towards a PhD or equivalent qualification, with strong communication and IT skills to support teaching across undergraduate courses.