UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

Job Title: Module Leader, Certificate of Higher Education in Astronomy Department: Physics & Astronomy Reports to: Academic Director, Certificate in Astronomy Grade: 7, point 33 on the UCL non-clinical salary scale Salary: Please note that the 2018/19 salary scales have not been announced yet. As a guide however, the scale for the above point was £20.27 per hour including London Allowance Hours: Part-time during evenings. Total hours per Module: 150.

Background: The Physics & Astronomy Department at UCL is part of the Faculty of Mathematical & Physical Sciences (MAPS). The Department offers an array of BSc, MSci, MSc and PhD degrees, as well as a part-time Certificate of Higher Education in Astronomy (CHEA) programme. Please see: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/physics- astronomy/study/certificate-in-astronomy for further information. Students on the CHEA programme attend one evening per week from 6pm to 9pm, over two years of part-time study. The programme provides much greater coverage and depth than most other evening classes and involves regular practical classes at our superbly equipped UCL Observatory at . The course is ideal for keen amateur astronomers, teachers and anyone interested in learning more about astronomy. The qualification is endorsed by the Royal Astronomical Society and can be used as supporting evidence for applying for an RAS membership.

Main Purpose of the Job: We expect the successful candidates to continue to shape and develop the course content in conjunction with the Academic Director, and to take leadership of delivery for one or more modules of the Certificate of Higher Education in Astronomy programme. The ideal candidate for the post is a person with expertise in the relevant areas of astronomy, and a passion for teaching, and for supporting a world-class learning environment for our students. The post holder would be expected to undertake teaching, assessment and feedback on one or more modules, and support the further development of the curriculum. Modules are:  PHAS0015 (PHAS1515): Techniques in Astronomy and Foundations of Astronomy (Term 1, Year 1)

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 PHAS0016 (PHAS1516): The Solar System and The Sun and The Stars (Term 2, Year 1)  PHAS0034 (PHAS2525): Interstellar Astronomy and Extra-Solar Planets (Term 1, Year 2). For further details, please see: http://certificate.ulo.ucl.ac.uk/. We are looking for inspirational and dynamic individuals. Candidates should be interested in teaching students with a range of backgrounds and adopting teaching strategies that will support their learning and enjoyment of the course.

Duties and Responsibilities As a Module Leader, you will be responsible for preparing course material and delivering lectures in line with the syllabus, and will advise and support students with their studies. You will maintain course resources and materials for example through Moodle pages, and ensure that the module complies with the UCL E-Learning Baseline: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/srs/academic-manual/policy-az/learning-and-teaching/e- learning. In addition, you will provide coursework problem sheets and an examination paper to assess the learning outcomes of the module, in line with UCL and Departmental policies and deadlines: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/srs/academic-manual/c4/c4-intro. You will act as first marker and Internal Examiner for your examination questions, and attend the Board of Examiners meeting (the pre-board meeting will be held on: Tuesday 11th June 2019). In the case that a module is shared between two or more lecturers, you will consult with your colleagues to deliver the course effectively. The job description reflects the present requirements of the post. As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and amended in consultation with the postholder. The postholder will carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by their Line Manager. The postholder will actively follow UCL policies including Equal Opportunities and Race Equality policies The postholder will maintain an awareness and observation of Fire and Health & Safety Regulations.

Key Requirements: The successful candidate will have a PhD in a relevant area of Astronomy or Physics. Previous experience of teaching relevant topics in higher education is essential.

Person Specification:

Criteria Essential or Desirable Experience and knowledge

A PhD in a relevant area of Astronomy or Physics E

Previous experience of teaching relevant topics in further or higher education E

Experience of providing learning support to students E

Experience in programme or module design or management and assessment and D feedback in further or higher education

Skills and abilities

Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing, with students, academics and E administrative staff at all levels

Excellent organisational, time management and networking skills E

Ability to deliver and develop programmes of teaching at undergraduate level E

Ability to work harmoniously with colleagues and students of all cultures and E backgrounds

Ability to listen, negotiate, and deal with different personalities E

Interest in broader issues in Astronomy and Physics, and life-long learning D

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