Lecturer in Logistics and Supply Management

Job Title: Lecturer in Logistics and Supply Management

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £37,999 - £42,632 per annum - AC2

Job type: Permanent, Full-time.

The University is unlike any other. Standing proud in the heart of the city of Birmingham, they have been delivering career-focused education and training for decades. With around 8000 students across FE and HE level provision, the University is highly respected by employers and industry in meeting the region's skills needs.

The University's mission is to promote and provide the opportunity for participation in the learning process by those with the ambition and commitment to succeed and to maintain a learning community that meets the diverse needs of our students, the economy and society at large.

The University works in partnership with one of the UK's leading Universities. A member of the Russell Group, the partner University is ranked 9th in The Guardian 2024 league table with an international reputation for research and teaching quality. The partner University not only accredits many of the University's undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, but also works on a number of collaborative projects to support development of higher education and widen access within the West Midlands.

The Role:

Are you an experienced industry professional or academic looking to share your expertise with the next generation of logistics and operations specialists? At the University, we are seeking a passionate and innovative Lecturer in Logistics and Supply Management to join our dynamic teaching team.

This is a permanent position within a forward-thinking department that places a strong emphasis on industry-linked teaching and real-world application. With a focus on delivering engaging and inclusive learning experiences, you will support students in developing the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their careers.

In this role, you will teach on a range of programmes across the departments portfolio, and work closely with students on topics such as logistical planning, supply chain management, project management, and financial considerations in operations. Your teaching will be enriched by your professional experience, and you will help to embed employability skills throughout the curriculum. You will also contribute to course development, provide pastoral and academic support, and build strong links with industry partners.

We welcome candidates with:

• Teaching experience in higher education, supported by a track record of excellent student outcomes.
• Relevant industry experience that informs your teaching.
• The ability to teach across at least two core areas such as logistics, procurement, project management, or operations planning.
• A recognised teaching qualification or a willingness to obtain one.

At the University, we are committed to your professional growth, offering extensive development opportunities and a supportive working environment. If you are enthusiastic about fostering talent and preparing students for success in a fast-moving sector, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 38 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions - 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology home and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 12th January 2025.

Interview Dates - TBC.

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