Lecturer & Program Manager for Economics & Politics

Position Summary

NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.

This is a full-time, fixed term (3 years) position reporting to the Associate Director for Academic Affairs. The Lecturer & Program Manager for Economics and Politics will support the academic mission of NYU London, with specific responsibilities for first-year students at NYUL.

The post holder will also oversee development of courses in these areas alongside teaching courses in these and related areas. The Lecturer & Program Manager for Economics and Politics is expected to play a key role in fostering a positive teaching and learning environment that is innovative and responsive to student and lecturer needs. The Lecturer & Program Manager for Economics and Politics will support and work with the leadership teams to achieve NYU London and New York University's academic vision and mission, including an institutional commitment to diversity and inclusion.

In coordination with the NYUL Associate Director for Academic Affairs, the Lecturer & Program Manager for Economics and Politics will help develop, implement, and manage curriculum and academic support programs and instructional materials that meet educational and performance standards. This includes assisting in updating lesson content and instruction methodology and assisting in developing training modules and programs.

The Lecturer & Program Manager for Economics and Politics assists with classroom scheduling, instructor support (i.e., onboarding, learning management system support, submission of grades, training), upholds university policies, and liaises with students to ensure appropriate academic advising for the student’s specific department.

Teaching & Learning Responsibilities: : 40%

• Normally, teach 4 classes per academic year, across the fall, spring and summer semesters. These courses can vary between credit hours, and would be no more than 8 credits total per semester. In some cases a course could be substituted for a special topics seminar, leadership or internship discussion section.
• Lecture preparation, course delivery, liaising with the appropriate NYU department(s), reviewing new course materials, marking, and office hour time with enrolled students
• Coordinating academic components and chaperoning special high-touch excursions in relevant subject areas (both full-day as well as one or two overnight trips per year).

Program Management Responsibilities: 25%

• Collaborate with NYU colleagues on curricular issues, particularly the Office of Global Programs and departmental sponsor(s) (course development, oversight and review of syllabi, faculty hiring and performance review, course evaluations, pedagogical support, etc.)
• Coordinate the recruitment of new faculty across all programs, including onboarding and any ongoing training needs or support
• Advise lecturers and develop co-curricular activities for students in Economics and Politics courses, as well as events and other program-related activities
• Provide guidance and training to students to ensure they are connected to resources when navigating bias and other matters contrary to an inclusive community.
• Assist with timetabling, recruitment planning for faculty, and student registration and related activities in concert with the NYUL Academic Office and Office of Global Programs in New York
• Participate in on-going assessment of the program and coordination of faculty development for instructors of Culture, Education and Psychology Courses.
• Support the investigation of academic integrity concerns, the academic disciplinary process and other academic conduct issues for new students in Culture, Education and Psychology.
• Provide guidance and training to ensure faculty are connected to resources when navigating bias and other matters contrary to an inclusive community.
• Collaborate with Wasserman Center and Global Programs staff to support and develop structured career development programming for Economics and Politics students.

Research and Academic Endeavours: 10%

• Develop and maintain individual/joint research projects in subject-related areas
• Attend and participate in research seminars and conferences in subject-related areas
• Develop and contribute to knowledge transfer in subject-related areas, in particular research-led teaching and learning
• Engage in professional development as appropriate

Departmental Support and Administration: 25%

• Respond to faculty and student queries that come in via email, phone or in person, with regard to Academics, student conduct, attendance, illness, mental health, late work, plagiarism, class issues, complaints, rescheduling of classes/exams/trips
• Provide advice and guidance to students and faculty about academic policies and procedures
• Assist with the following as linked to programme manager duties: 
• Plan and participate in student orientations 
• Work closely with New York and London colleagues to communicate with new students prior to their matriculation
• Assist with identifying faculty staffing needs and participating in appointments, onboarding, training and ongoing development of faculty
• Assist the Associate Director for Academic Affairs and the Director with faculty evaluations and feedback 
• Assist with the maintenance of records of grades, attendance, class offerings, etc. according to correct procedures
• Assist with organising, and provide support for, on-site functions and meetings as required
• Contribute to the strategic development of the programme
• Other supporting requirements as assigned by the Associate Director or as required by the Director

Qualifications

Required Education

• Educated to PhD level, or equivalent, in an appropriate field

Required Experience 

• Relevant teaching experience, particularly teaching American undergraduates
• Prior experience mentoring faculty 
• Experience in coordinating or overseeing administrative projects in a university setting

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Strong organisational ability and keen attention to detail
• Be willing to work on his/her own initiative with little supervision
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills and comfort working with both students and faculty
• Be enthusiastic, pro-active and committed, and enjoy working in a small team
• Computer literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent written & oral skills

Additional Information

Candidates must have the unrestricted right to work and live in the UK prior to appointment.

Benefits: include: 28 days annual leave pro rata, USS pension scheme and private medical insurance (optional)

Candidates should advise of any reasonable adjustments needed to participate in the application and interview processes.

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