Role Overview
Could you inspire and develop the construction industry leaders of tomorrow?
The full‑time post of Assistant Teaching Professor will serve as Deputy Course Director for the Construction Engineering Master of Studies (MSt) programme, based in the Department of Engineering’s Civil Engineering Building on the Cambridge West site.
Programme Description
The Construction Engineering Master of Studies (MSt) programme is a two‑year, part‑time, multidisciplinary leadership programme taught over seven teaching weeks in Cambridge. It is run by the Cambridge Laing O'Rourke Centre for Construction Engineering and Technology in the University of Cambridge Department of Engineering, in association with Cambridge Judge Business School, and in collaboration with academics from other Departments and Universities and experts from industry and government.
Responsibilities
* Assist the Course Director in the management and ongoing development of the programme, ensuring the highest academic quality and professional standards.
* Contribute to course design and delivery, teaching, student supervision and assessment, maintaining an outstanding academic and professional learning experience.
* Support student recruitment and admissions, coordinate educational activities, and contribute to aspects of the MSt research programme and to the updating of course documentation.
* Collaborate with colleagues across the University, industry practitioners, dissertation supervisors and other contributors to support successful programme delivery.
* Strengthen existing relationships with employers and sponsors, build new connections across industry, and engage with senior decision‑makers in business and academia.
* Support the development and delivery of complementary educational offerings within the Cambridge Laing O'Rourke Centre, including bespoke executive education and open‑access paid online short courses.
Eligibility and Qualifications
* PhD in construction engineering or a closely related field.
* Strong profile in construction engineering and evidence of teaching, leadership and engagement with industry or professional practice.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, confidence in engaging with senior academic colleagues, industry leaders and high‑achieving professionals.
* Experience working collaboratively as part of a small, experienced and cohesive team.
Employment Details
Fixed‑term: The funds for this post are available for three years in the first instance.
Equality and Diversity
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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