Senior Demonstrator - Engineering

Durham University; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Durham University in North East England is seeking a Senior Demonstrator in Engineering. This position involves planning and delivering tutorials, marking assessments, and coordinating activities of Demonstrators. Candidates will also supervise students during projects and maintain ethical guidelines.

The role requires knowledge of the subject area and attendance at relevant training sessions. The contract is fixed-term with typically 6 hours per week, emphasizing teaching responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the subject area.
• Attend relevant briefings and training sessions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and teach courses / deliver tutorials as specified by the relevant department.
• Set and/or mark assessments according to relevant published criteria.
• Guide and support students in laboratory / practical sessions.

Job description

We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long‑term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.

We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role.

If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on [e-mail].

Job Description - Senior Demonstrator - Engineering (26000813)

Department of Engineering.

Fixed Term – Atypical.

Typical/Contracted Hours: 6.

Closing Date

Ongoing.

This role is primarily focused on teaching. The key duties are outlined below.

Responsibilities

Teaching and Marking

• Plan, prepare, and teach courses / deliver tutorials as specified by the relevant department
• Provide and update syllabus materials
• Assist with curriculum development and the production of L&T materials
• Set and/or mark assessments according to relevant published criteria
• Keep accurate records of marks awarded, liaising with the departmental assessment team as necessary
• Provide oral and/or written feedback to students in line with departmental policy, procedures and timescales
• NB – the undertaking of marking above level 1 summative must be approved by the Executive Dean
• Guide and support students in the laboratory / practical sessions
• Assist in the delivery of laboratory / practical classes
• Assist the laboratory leader as required, such as assisting in the development and updating of experiments
• Work with the laboratory / practical course leader in ensuring safe working practices and good order during teaching delivery

Student Supervision

• Assist and direct student projects as required
• Ensure that students follow ethical guidelines in conducting their projects

General

• Coordinate and schedule the activities of all Demonstrators in their designated discipline group, including timesheets
• Help ensure appropriate student conduct, implementing the University’s code of conduct and reporting any concerns to the academic mentor
• Monitoring the welfare of the student(s) and report any concerns immediately
• Maintain registers and monitor attendance

Requirements

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the subject area
• Attend relevant briefings and training sessions

To apply for the role please complete the online application process, uploading a copy of your CV and covering letter.

Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement: Not Applicable.