Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics (2 posts)

Job Summary

Are you a dynamic and highly motivated Dietitian with a passion for education? The School of Health Sciences is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Dietitian as a Lecturer for the Masters of Dietetics (MDiet) course. Join our friendly and supportive team of Dietitians, Exercise Scientists, Public Health Specialists, and other Allied Health Professions and support the development of our nutrition and dietetic curriculum.

You will support the School in the delivery and ongoing development of the MDiet course, as well as the delivery of a range of nutrition-related CPD modules. You will work with the team to develop innovative, blended learning experiences for students, supporting them to become confident and capable dietetic graduates. Part of the role will include the support of practice-based placements, the development of new and simulated practice- based learning as well as liaison with Practice Educators. You will be expected to contribute to the research base of the School in the supervision of students and through the development of a personal research profile. Opportunities to develop your scholarly activity, including the opportunity to further your own teaching skills and qualifications will be fully supported within the School.

You should be a HCPC Registered Dietitian with a postgraduate qualification at Masters level or above preferable, but not essential. Significant expertise in clinical dietetics alongside experience of providing practice-based education is advantageous.

In keeping with RGU's commitment to work/life balance you will have the option for hybrid working in line with our HR policy, benefit from a generous pension scheme, 46 days annual leave (including statutory days), an onsite nursery and sports centre, as well as a range of voluntary health and travel benefits.

RGU's ultra-modern campus, located on the outskirts of the vibrant and prosperous city of Aberdeen, offers a superb place to live, work and develop your career. A relocation package is available to assist with your transition to RGU, where you’ll enjoy working in one of the most impressive university settings in the UK, with first-class educational infrastructure and outstanding sporting and leisure facilities, all set against a stunning rural backdrop on the banks of the river Dee. Relocation Policy

This post is subject to the individual being required to join the PVG scheme. For more information, visit: https://www.mygov.scot/pvg-scheme/ 

We would particularly welcome applications from men as they are under-represented in this area of our workforce.

If you want to find out more about this fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the development of our student’s futures please contact Karen Allan, Principal Lecturer at k.allan11@rgu.ac.uk.

To apply please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role against the requirements set out in the person specification. There are two permanent positions available - one full-time position (35 hours per week) and one part-time position (0.6 FTE - 21 hours per week). Please state your preference, if any within your cover letter.

Job Description

RESPONSIBLE TO: Academic Strategic Lead via Principal Lecturer

RESPONSIBLE FOR: No Supervisory responsibility

PURPOSE OF POST: To contribute to the delivery and development of the School’s portfolio of courses and actively engage in research activities.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

Carries out designated teaching and assessment duties as required to the School portfolio of courses or as otherwise requested by the Dean of School.

Participates in the development and preparation of teaching material.

Provides tutorial and personal guidance for students.

Supervises undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.

Participates in course developments.

Develops and maintains expertise in subject area.

Actively pursues and/or encourages research activities (e.g writing for publication, developing own research, supervising research students, establishing externally funded research projects, presenting at conferences etc).

Supervises students on clinical placement.

Undertakes appropriate administrative responsibilities as required.

Promotes and markets the School and its courses to local, national and international clientele(including student recruitment).

Maintains working relationships with other Schools/Department/Units within the University, as necessary, for the smooth operation and continued development of the School and its courses.

Actively participates in and suggests relevant staff development activities.

Engages with other staff, wherever possible, in consultancy activities relevant to the School. Establishes and maintains relevant professional and industrial links, as necessary, for the effective operation of the School’s course (e.g engagement in work of external bodies, educational and professional).

Represents the School on relevant University committees and the School and University on external committees.

Carries out such other related duties as may be required.

Candidates with limited/no lecturing experience can still be considered but will work to the Developing Academic. Full details of both roles can be found in the attached PDF.

Person Specification

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and Professional Memberships

First Level Degree/Honours Degree in relevant discipline.

Membership of HCPC and BDA.

Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.

Knowledge and skills

Competent in aspects of Digital Technology and presentations.

Effective role model and organisational qualities.

Safe/effective decision making, facilitation and problem solving skills.

Leadership skills.

Experience

Varied post registration experience in dietetic practice demonstrating developed clinical skills.

Experience of clinical supervision of students on placement.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and Professional Memberships

Other Higher (Postgraduate) Degree or PhD.

Experience Extensive and varied post registration experience in a healthcare setting.

Teaching experience.

Experience of placement provision, training and quality assurance.

Research experience.

Other

Travel will be required to travel to visit students on clinical placements out with the Aberdeen area.

 

Behaviours

Behaviour 1: Communication - Ability to receive, understand and convey information requiring careful explanation and information of a complex or conceptual nature, in a clear and accurate manner

Behaviour 2: Teaching and Learning Support - Experience of providing standard information or delivering teaching or training, designing content or learning materials within existing frameworks and developing innovative approaches to learning experience and the curriculum

Behaviour 3: Service Delivery - Experience of exploring and adapting a service to meet customers’ expectations and also identifying ways of improving standards 

Behaviour 4: Liaison and Networking - Experience of circulating information in an accurate and timely manner, working across team boundaries to build and strengthen working relationships, leading and developing internal networks to pursue a shared interest and leading and building external networks to enhance the work of the organisation

Behaviour 5: Decision Making - Experience of using own judgement to make decisions, making collaborative decisions with others to reach conclusions and providing advice or information that will influence the decisions of others

Behaviour 6: Analysis and Research - Experience of identifying or designing data gathering and analytical methods appropriate for each investigation, and producing reports that identify key issues and findings