Lecturer in Supply Chain Management Infrastructure & Sustainable Eng Location: Aston University Main Campus
Salary: £39,347 to £54,395 per annum Grade: Grade 08 to Grade 09 Contract Type: Permanent
Basis: Full Time Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Tuesday 02 January 2024 Interview Date: Thursday 18 January 2024 Reference: 0779-23 Release Date: Wednesday 15 November 2023
Engineering Systems and Supply Chain Management has one of the UK's leading faculties for Supply Chain Management teaching and research. Part of the School of Infrastructure and Sustainable Engineering, within the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, we apply an engineering perspective to Supply Chain Management, also collaborating with colleagues across the University, including in Business and Social Sciences.
We offer a range of degrees and study modes. Our work-based and apprenticeship programmes deliver close relationships with some of the biggest names in sectors including manufacturing, automotive & 3PL, providing outstanding opportunities for collaboration.
We are a growing, ambitious department, with an emphasis on teamwork, collegiality, and making a strong, tangible contribution to the college and university, with a culture in which staff and students feel supported.
The successful applicant will contribute to the Department's research, teaching, and external engagement, including through -
We are looking for someone with qualifications and practical experience in Supply Chain Management, with a particular focus on supplier engagement, relationship management, and the commercial agreements which underpin these.
The ability to work with a range of learners, including those on non-standard programmes is an important attribute, as is the desire to contribute to a positive, collegiate environment, building good relationships with students, industry partners and colleagues.
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Job details
Title
Lecturer in Supply Chain Management (0779-23)
Employer
Aston University
Location
United Kingdom
Published
November 16, 2023
Application deadline
January 02, 2024
Job type
Administration/Managerment
Field
Business and Economics,Engineering
About the employer
Aston University is a leading public research university in the UK. Established in 1966, The university campus is located on a green 60 acre, self-contained site in the center of Birmingham. Aston University is an internationally acknowledged center for education and research endeavor. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, apprenticeship, foundation, and executive programs across disciplines. It also offers arrays of online courses. All the programs offered at the university are designed corresponding to the trends and demands of the industry and business globally.
The various faculties and schools of the university include Engineering & Applied Science, Aston Graduate School, Languages & Social Sciences, Aston Business School, Life & Health Sciences, and Aston Medical School. The team of faculty of Aston University comprises highly qualified professors as well as experts from respective industries. Modern tools and logical approaches like case studies are adopted in teaching methodologies. Besides theoretical sessions, the university gives emphasis on the practical training of students. Skill development programs are carried out to inculcate dexterity for leading-edge technologies among students.
Aston University boasts a world-class infrastructure at the campus offering the finest learning experience. There are hi-tech laboratories, libraries, studios, and IT centers, and seminar halls at the campus supporting an environment for advanced knowledge. Aston University is a hub for world-leading research initiatives. To undertake the highest quality of research, the university has established advanced research centers. 78% of the research has been evaluated ‘World-leading’ by Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014. The university has teamed up with universities and research institutes across the world for knowledge sharing and collaborative research initiatives. Further, the university maintains partnerships with the industry for sponsored research programs.
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The university offers modern accommodation facilities to students. There are various student clubs at the university that organizes sports meets, music fests, dance competitions, literary fest, art exhibitions, and other events. All these events comprise cross-disciplinary participation that helps to build team spirits among students. Aston University offers various scholarships and study loans to students so that all can have access to education beyond any financial barrier. Aston University maintains a high record of placements. Students passing from the university are recruited by leading companies with high remuneration packages.