Job Title
Senior Lecturer in Aviation Operations
Location
High Wycombe Campus; Aylesbury, Uxbridge and other campuses – travel required.
Employment Type
Full Time – Permanent
Salary
£44,746 – £56,535
College / Directorate
College of Leadership and Innovation
Job Purpose
Deliver a first‑class student experience and undertake impactful research and knowledge exchange activities in aviation and pilot training.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
* Conduct effective research and scholarly activity, generate income, and align research with teaching.
* Collaborate with business and professional networks to promote teaching, learning, and research.
* Engage in doctoral supervision and early‑career research development.
* Produce refereed conference and peer‑reviewed outputs, and embed research within curriculum.
* Deliver research‑informed teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, focusing on pilot training, flight operations, and operational safety.
* Lead curriculum development, learner support, academic quality, and industry engagement.
* Provide tutoring, pastoral support, and placement/internship assistance to students.
* Secure external funding for educational projects and support commercial partnership initiatives.
* Accomplish inclusive teaching and learning practices, ensuring a welcoming environment for all learners.
* Contribute to income‑generation initiatives and business planning within the college.
* Attend professional bodies, conferences, and industry events for continuous professional development.
* Comply with legislation, health & safety, UKVI, and equality & diversity requirements.
Qualifications
* First‑degree in a relevant field.
* Doctoral level qualification or equivalent professional experience.
* Current or previous professional pilot licence (e.g., ATPL, CPL, MPL).
* Recognised HE teaching qualification or Fellow by Advance HE.
* Expert knowledge in aviation operations, pilot training pathways, and safety.
* Track record of delivering quality learning and achieving excellent student outcomes.
* Evidence of active research, high‑quality publications, and conference presentations.
* Experience in securing external project funding or income generation.
* Proficiency in Microsoft tools and digital teaching platforms.
* Excellent presentation, teaching delivery, and customer service skills.
* Willingness to work in off‑site locations and across all university campuses.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourage applications from people from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in senior roles.
Benefits
* 35 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays and university closure days.
* Hybrid working arrangements where business needs permit.
* Training and development support opportunities.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Discounted gym membership at our on‑site gym.
* Staff discounts with major retailers.
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