Academic Lead in Ergonomics and Psychology

Inspire, Innovate, Impact.

At the University of Derby, people are at the heart of everything we do. As a major, local employer we not only offer one of the region’s most competitive reward packages, but we are also constantly recognising and rewarding individual contribution, as well as helping to develop colleagues both personally and professionally. We take pride in being a really friendly, supportive and innovative workplace and we are genuinely committed to offering colleagues the opportunity to develop a fantastic, long-lasting career here with us.

We encourage applications from a diverse workforce who can help us achieve our desire to be the ambitious student’s natural choice for quality, support and achievement.

About the role
Leading the Way in Online Learning!

Are you a next generation academic passionate about educating others and aspiring to be a thought leader in online learning?

We are seeking to recruit an Academic Lead in Ergonomics and Psychology to manage our growing Ergonomics and Psychology programmes. The University of Derby Online Learning is a global leader in online learning. We provide online learning degree courses, professional courses and CPD opportunities, to those who require more flexible study options.

Our learners are at the heart of every decision we make and we are committed to meeting their needs. By combining the best quality university teaching and the latest online delivery techniques our learners can expect a high standard from us. Our support and guidance service ensures learners are able to get the very best out of their studies, no matter their location or situation. Our learners value our personal touch.

You will combine a passion for online learning, with the ability to lead a team and drive curriculum development and enhancement to ensure we continue to build market share for our Ergonomics and Psychology portfolio. Energy, vision, adaptability to change and a commitment to making a difference for our students will be essential.

If you are looking for a great opportunity to join an award winning academic team who are leading the way in online learning – we want to hear from you!

Benefits

• Accessible location; Derby is a thriving, multi-cultural city with easy access from any location within the UK


• Competitive rates of pay


• Competitive, family friendly reward packages


• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme


• Discount savings scheme and extensive staff discounts on accredited courses for yourself or family to study here at the University


• Cycle2Work scheme and subsidised travel


• Vast programme of training courses and secondment opportunities


• Local recognition scheme


• Two annual staff award ceremonies

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