Faculty of Medicine and Health
School of Medicine
Leeds Institute of Health Sciences
Academic Unit of Primary Care
Lecturer or Associate Professor in Primary Care
Leeds Institute of Health Sciences (LIHS) invites applications for a Lecturer/Associate Professor in the Academic Unit of Primary Care (AUPC). You will contribute to the development of a multi-disciplinary research portfolio commensurate with emerging fields of investigation within the AUPC (including older people, cancer and primary care, and clinical trials) and play a significant role in developing the direction of teaching and learning within health research. This post therefore represents an exciting opportunity for an individual keen to shape the strategic development of a thriving Academic Unit. Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent qualification in primary care, health services research or a closely related field, and be familiar with working in a multidisciplinary research environment.
You will contribute to a major research programme within the Academic Unit, and participate in the AUPC’s innovation and knowledge transfer activities. You will foster appropriate links and collaboration with internal groups and external to the University of Leeds. You will be experienced in both methodological and policy-relevant applied research. You will work with senior academics in building shared portfolios of work likely to include primary care oncology, the health and wellbeing of older people and clinical trials. All applicants will need to demonstrate how their work complements or enhances existing applied health research activity in Leeds. Effective interpersonal and time management skills are essential as is the capacity to infuse others with your own enthusiasm and to work successfully as a team member. Effective communication, presentation and administrative skills are also essential.
You will be expected to carry out collaborative research and publish work of distinction; to take an equitable role in teaching and the supervision of postgraduate students; and to contribute appropriately to the management of the Institute.
The University of Leeds is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offers a range of family friendly policies (http://hr.leeds.ac.uk/homepage/4/policies). The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN and holds the Bronze award. The School of Medicine gained the Bronze award in 2013. We are committed to being an inclusive medical school that values all staff, and we are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees.
University Grade 8 or 9 (£39,324 – £55,998) depending on qualifications and experience
Informal enquiries regarding the post should be directed to Professor Robbie Foy, 0113 343 4879,
If you have any specific enquiries about your online application please contact Sue Davis, 0113 3430831,
Interviews will be held on Monday 23 January 2017
Job Ref: MHIHS1105 Closing Date: 8 January 2017
Purpose of the Post
To carry out research, teaching and administration in the field of primary care.
Job Description - Grade 8
Main duties and responsibilities
Research, Innovation and Impact:
· To pursue, develop and take forward research, innovation and impact developing and maintaining a profile within the field of primary care
· To carry out research, including investigations and project management, commensurate with emerging fields of investigation within the Academic Unit of Primary Care (e.g. clinical trials, older people, cancer and primary care)
· To promote the integration of own research area with other research interests within the Institute and, as appropriate, outside the School and Faculty
· To maintain a high quality record of regular and original research publications that are internationally recognised
· To attract research income on an individual and collaborative basis, as appropriate to the discipline, to underpin high quality research activity
· To provide high quality postgraduate research student supervision and attract research students to the University
· To actively participate in knowledge transfer activities, where appropriate and feasible
Teaching:
· To undertake research-led teaching[1] on undergraduate and/or postgraduate taught courses in the Centre, regularly collecting, and responding to, student feedback
· To contribute at an appropriate level to School and Faculty policy and practice in teaching
· To have a significant involvement in the design, development and planning of modules and programmes within the subject area as required
· To have a significant involvement in the review of modules and programmes and in quality assurance and enhancement as required
· To develop innovative approaches to learning and teaching as appropriate
· To provide timely feedback and assessment of coursework
· To provide support and guidance to students, resolving issues and/or referring to specialist parties, where appropriate
· To act as a personal tutor, including pastoral care and supporting students in maximising the benefit of their time at Leeds
To provide academic leadership through:
· Effective contribution to the management and administrative processes and committee structures of the Unit, Institute, School, Faculty and University
· Managing initiatives or areas of work (as either sustained or one-off projects) which facilitate School, Faculty or University performance or business
· Involvement in the recruitment, management and development of staff and act as a mentor to more junior/less experienced colleagues
· The promotion of the values of collegiality within the academic community
· Actively promoting and embedding University standards of employment practices across the School.
General:
· To carry out the duties of the post in accordance with the University values and standards, including the Leadership and Management Standard, and in line with University policies and procedures and local Faculty/School benchmarks as appropriate, upholding high professional standards and leading by example
· To work with our students as members of a learning community to provide world class education and an excellent student experience
· To maintain own continuing professional development
· To maintain a safe work environment, including ensuring compliance with legislation and the undertaking of risk assessments
· To integrate the University value of inclusiveness into all appropriate aspects of the job; respecting the dignity and diversity of all members of the University community and of visitors to the University
This job description provides a framework for the role and it may be necessary for a Lecturer to undertake any duties commensurate with the post as might reasonably be required.
Job Description – Grade 9 (Associate Professor)
Main duties and responsibilities:
General:
· To contribute to the development and achievement of University, Faculty and School strategy within the context of an international, research-led university
· To be recognised as an authority in the field of primary care or related research, developing and maintaining an external profile as appropriate to the discipline
· To maintain scholarly activity and keep up to date with developments in the field as necessary to carry out the duties of the post
· To carry out the duties of the post in accordance with the University values and standards, including the Leadership and Management Standard, and in line with University policies and procedures and local faculty/school benchmarks as appropriate, upholding high professional standards and leading by example
· To work with our students as members of a learning community to provide world class education and an excellent student experience
· To maintain own continuing professional development
· To maintain a safe work environment, including ensuring compliance with legislation and the undertaking of risk assessments
· To integrate the University value of inclusiveness into all appropriate aspects of the job; respecting the dignity and diversity of all members of the University community and of visitors to the University
Research, Innovation and Impact:
· To pursue, develop and lead research, innovation and impact at an appropriately benchmarked level in the field of primary care
· To develop a portfolio of research and strategic direction commensurate with emerging fields of investigation within the Academic Unit of Primary Care (e.g. clinical trials, older people, cancer and primary care)
· To promote the integration of own research area with other research interests within and, as appropriate, outside the Institute, School and Faculty
· To maintain a high quality record of regular and original research publications of international standing as appropriate to the field or discipline
· To attract research income on an individual and collaborative basis, as appropriate to the field or discipline, to underpin high quality research activity
· To provide high quality postgraduate research student supervision and attract research students to the University
· To take part in knowledge transfer activities, where appropriate and feasible
Teaching:
· To undertake research-led teaching[2] at different levels on undergraduate and/or postgraduate taught courses, regularly collecting, and responding to, student feedback
· To contribute at an appropriate level to Institute, School and Faculty policy and practice in teaching
· To play a significant role in the design, development and planning of modules and programmes within the subject area as required
· To play a significant role in the review of modules and programmes and in quality assurance and enhancement as required
· To develop innovative approaches to learning and teaching as appropriate
· To provide timely feedback and assessment of coursework and examinations
· To provide general support and guidance to students, resolving issues and/or referring to specialist parties, where appropriate
· To act as a personal tutor, including pastoral care and supporting students in maximising the benefit of their time at Leeds
· To supervise students undertaking research projects as appropriate
To provide academic leadership through:
· Significant contribution to the overall work of the University and/or equivalent external organisations by representing the School and Faculty on appropriate committees and groups
· Effective contribution to the management and administrative processes and committee structures of the School, Faculty and University
· Managing or leading major initiatives or areas of work (as either sustained or one-off projects) which facilitate School, Faculty or University performance or business as required
· Involvement in the recruitment, management and development of staff and act as a mentor to colleagues
· The promotion of the values of collegiality within the academic community
· Actively engaging with and promoting the objectives of valuing and developing all our staff via compliance with the University’s People Management Framework to ensure high standards of employment practices across the School
This job description provides a framework for the role and it may be necessary for an Associate Professor to undertake any duties commensurate with the post as might reasonably be required
Relationships
The post-holder is responsible to the Head of the Academic Unit of Primary Care in the Leeds Institute of Health Sciences, through whom he/she is accountable to the Head of Institute, Professor Tim Ensor, and the Dean of the Medical School and of the Faculty, Professor Paul Stewart.
University Values
All staff are expected to operate in line with the university’s values and standards, which work as an integral part of our strategy and set out the principles of how we work together. More information about the university’s strategy and values is available at http://www.leeds.ac.uk/comms/strategy/
Person Specification – Grade 8
Essential
· A PhD or equivalent qualification in primary care, health services research or a closely related field
· Holds a recognised teaching qualification (equivalent to FHEA) or willing to undertake
· Experience in conducting research within primary care or a closely related setting within the UK or a similar healthcare system
· Research skills to include at least two of: literature reviewing, quantitative methods, qualitative methods and computer based analysis of research data
· Extensive experience of delivering teaching in an area of relevance to primary care to postgraduate students and/or professional groups and within a multi- professional learning environment
· Record of having successfully developed, organised, and taught modules at postgraduate level
· Record of achievement as a single or main author of refereed publications of international quality
· Record of obtaining external research funding compatible with the strategic goals of the AUPC and Leeds Institute of Health Sciences and of multi-disciplinary collaboration
· Research interests in areas that align with the research interests and strategy of the AUPC
· A coherent five year research plan for future work and income generation
· Experience of successfully undertaking post-graduate research or PhD supervision
· High level of interpersonal and communication skills, including written and presentational, and the ability to work as member of a team
· Good organisational ability, including the ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks, even under pressure
Desirable
· Experience of successfully-obtaining research funding from different UK and overseas funders
· In-depth knowledge of requirements and expectations of different research funders (e.g. membership in funding panels)
· Funded postdoctoral research experience (e.g. through fellowships) in primary care or health services research
· Collaborative links with research partners from primary care
Person Specification – Grade 9 (Associate Professor)
· A PhD or equivalent qualification in primary care, health services research or a closely related field
· Holds a recognised teaching qualification (equivalent to FHEA) or willing to undertake
· Experience in conducting research within primary care or a closely related setting within the UK or a similar healthcare system
· Extensive and recent experience of delivering teaching in an area of relevance to primary care to under- and postgraduate students and/or professional groups and within a multi- professional learning environment
· Sustained record of having successfully developed, organised, and taught modules at postgraduate level
· Sustained record of achievement as a single or main author of refereed publications of international quality
· Sustained record of obtaining external research funding on a competitive basis compatible with the strategic goals of the AUPC and LIHS and of multi-disciplinary collaboration
· Research interests in areas that align with the research interests and strategy of the AUPC
· A coherent five year research plan for future work and income generation
· A proven track record in successfully supervising postgraduate research students