Statistics and Econometrics Tutor

Contract type: Full-time (37.5 Hours per week) – Permanent

Location: Sheffield, Sheffield International Study Centre

Salary:  up to £ 38,631.40 per annum

JOB OVERVIEW

The University of Sheffield International College is seeking a Statistics & Econometrics tutor to teach on our Pre-master’s Statistics & Econometrics module. 

The post holder will be part of the College’s Business and Economics Team. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Statistics and Econometrics tutor will be responsible for teaching Statistics and Econometrics, a Level 6 module delivered to groups of international students.  The teaching role includes marking assessments and the provision of feedback to students. 

The successful candidate will be competent in teaching IT skills, VLEs and also have a working knowledge of Stata, the statistical data analysis software.

The post holder will also act as a module coordinator.  This involves leading the teaching team, carrying out Quality Assurance procedures, and ensuring that teaching materials are up to date.  The role also requires the writing of both formative and summative assessments.

The successful candidate will be able to work flexibly as part of a busy team, contribute in meetings, communicate effectively with colleagues, and work to deadlines.

ABOUT YOU

• A PhD or master’s degree in a relevant subject is required to teach in the pre-masters programmes.  We would accept a final-year PhD student.
• Experience in teaching Statistics and Econometrics at UK Higher Education, Further Education or Sixth form, or equivalent teaching experience in a related field.
• Experience in writing and marking assessments at a minimum of RQF level 3 (A-level/ Foundation level) or equivalent experience
• A flexible and adaptable approach to work, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Competence in teaching and administrative IT skills, using a Virtual Learning Environment (e.g., Blackboard), and working knowledge or willingness to gain knowledge of statistical packages (e.g., Stata, R etc.)

ABOUT US

Study Group is a leading international education provider that is dedicated and passionate about helping students around the world, creating a brighter future and reaching their full potential. With university partnerships and a variety of face-to-face, online, and hybrid study programmes, we can provide students with the resources and guidance they need to succeed. Our global network of offices and university partnerships ensure that students receive the best educational services available. Additionally, our Insendi platform enables us to deliver innovative, accessible, and intuitive digital learning experiences with the most advanced digital tools available.

ORGANISATIONAL COMPLIANCE

Study Group is proud of its high standards in safeguarding and recognises its importance in enabling the best possible student experience and outcomes. For successful applicants the following checks will be conducted- Criminal Background Check (country-specific), x2 References, ID and Right to Work checks as well as Education Verification.

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