JOB DESCRIPTION
POST TITLE:
Assistant Professor
DEPARTMENT:
Warwick Business School
DISCIPLINE:
Behavioural Science
POST RESPONSIBLE TO:
Dean of WBS
REFERENCE NUMBER:
72479-112
CLOSING DATE:
2 January 2013
JOB PURPOSE:
To publish research of international excellence, and teach on the range of high quality
programmes offered by the School at undergraduate, specialist masters and MBA levels.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Research and Scholarship
Carry out independent research.
Contribute to the research activities of the department by developing your own research
programme, planning and co-ordinating a broad research activity or programme,
sustaining an extensive track record of published research findings, maintaining an
expert reputation in own subject area at least at national, and usually international level.
Contribute to the development of research strategies for the department.
Publish research outcomes in appropriate refereed journals of international standing, and
publish and disseminate the results of research and scholarship in other outlets.
Engage in external academic activities in accordance with the departments research
strategy and which enhance the Schools national/international research profile. Such
activities may include, for example, delivery of research papers at conferences,
membership of committees of academic bodies, external examining, participation in
knowledge transfer, development of industrial links and other related activities, and
journal editorships.
Encourage and work with other members of the Group/University on joint research
activities (where appropriate) and contribute to relevant research seminars.
Contribute to successful research grant applications to support research projects.
Teaching and Learning Support
Engage in teaching at all levels using relevant teaching methods, e.g. lectures, seminars,
tutorials, working as part of the teaching team. Teaching on certain postgraduate
programmes takes place outside of normal University terms and during some evenings.
Maintain a broad knowledge of up to date research and scholarship in relevant fields to
ensure that teaching meets the standard expected within a research-led University.
Support and comply with the University and departmental teaching quality assurance
standards and procedures including the provision of such information as may be required
by the School or University.
Develop and apply appropriate teaching techniques and materials, which may be novel
or innovative, which create interest, understanding and enthusiasm amongst students.
This will include contribution to regular reflection on the enhancement of departmental
curricula.
Undertake curriculum and course design and deliver material across a range of
programmes of study at various levels, using appropriate teaching, learning support and
assessment methods, reviewing and improving as required.
Supervise research students subject to the usual University criteria, including where
appropriate joint supervision.
Supervise undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA student projects, dissertations and,
where appropriate, placements and field trips.
Take responsibility for academic duties (i.e. setting examination questions, marking,
invigilation and pastoral support of students) required to sustain the delivery of high
quality teaching.
Co-ordinate and undertake pastoral support for students within the programme, course or
modules for which you are responsible, liaising where necessary with other University
agencies such as the Senior Tutors Office.
Administration and Other Activities
Act as a personal tutor for a mix of undergraduate and postgraduate students, liaising
where necessary with other University agencies such as the Personal Tutors office.
The duties and responsibilities outlined are not intended to be an exhaustive list, but provide
guidance on the main aspects of the job. You will be required to be flexible in your duties, and to
ensure compliance with health and safety and equal opportunities in all aspects of work.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
POST TITLE:
Assistant Professor
DEPARTMENT:
Warwick Business School
The Person Specification focuses on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications
required to undertake the role effectively.
REQUIREMENTS
The post holder must be able
to demonstrate:
ESSENTIAL (E) or
DESIRABLE (D)
REQUIREMENTS
Honours degree or equivalent (2.1 or above)
MEASURED BY:
a) Application Form
b) Test/Exercise
c) Interview
d) Presentation
a, c
A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field (or close to
completion)
Required to be at least nationally, and usually
internationally, recognised authority in the subject
area with achievements in research and scholarship,
and an in-depth understanding of own specialism(s)
to enable the development of new knowledge and
understanding within the field.
Evidence of relevant research potential, including
potential to publish in appropriate leading journals.
Evidence of ability in teaching eg; able to use a range
of delivery techniques to engage the interest and
enthusiasm of students and inspire them to learn.
Ability to initiate development in the curriculum and to
take responsibility for the effective and efficient
delivery of teaching programmes, developing the
curriculum and appropriate assessment techniques.
Understanding of equal opportunity issues as they
may impact on areas of teaching.
Engaged in continuous professional development.
Contributions to successful research grant
applications to support research projects.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to relate well to
colleagues and different kinds of students.
Ability to perform to required deadlines and to initiate,
plan, organise and deliver programmes of work.
a, c
a, c, d
a, c, d
a, c, d
a, c, d
a, c, d
E
D
a, c, d
a, c
a, c
a, c
NB: References will be required to support your application.
Please note: Appointment as an Assistant Professor will be made with a probationary period
normally of 5 years duration. On successful completion of probation, individuals will transfer to
the role of title of Associate Professor.
Probationary staff (appointed as Assistant Professor) will be supported by the University with
respect to a formalised training and development programme and being allocated significantly
reduced teaching commitments.
JOB DESCRIPTION
POST TITLE:
Associate Professor
DEPARTMENT:
Warwick Business School
DISCIPLINE:
Behavioural Science
POST RESPONSIBLE TO:
Dean of WBS
REFERENCE NUMBER:
72479-112
CLOSING DATE:
2 January 2013
JOB PURPOSE:
To publish research of international excellence, and teach on the range of high quality
programmes offered by the School at undergraduate, specialised masters, doctoral and MBA
levels.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research and Scholarship
Carry out independent research.
Contribute to the research activities of the department by developing your own research
programme, planning and co-ordinating a broad research activity or programme,
sustaining an extensive track record of published research findings, maintaining an
expert reputation in own subject area at least at national, and usually international level.
Contribute to the development of research strategies for the department.
Publish research outcomes in appropriate refereed journals of international standing, and
publish and disseminate the results of research and scholarship in other outlets.
Engage in external academic activities in accordance with the departments research
strategy and which enhance the Schools national/international research profile. Such
activities may include, for example, delivery of research papers at conferences,
membership of committees of academic bodies, external examining, participation in
knowledge transfer, development of industrial links and other related activities, and
journal editorships.
Encourage and work with other members of the Group/University on joint research
activities (where appropriate) and contribute to relevant research seminars.
Provide leadership in the relevant subject area.
Apply for, negotiate and manage research funds to the benefit of the individuals or
others research activity and the research standing of the University as measured by, for
example, the REF.
Act as principal investigator and project leader.
Manage research projects.
Publication record in line with qualifying for a REF 5* or equivalent rating.
Contribute to successful research grant applications to support research projects
Teaching and Learning Support
Engage in teaching at all levels using relevant teaching methods, e.g. lectures, seminars,
tutorials, working as part of the teaching team. Please note that teaching on certain
postgraduate programmes takes place outside of normal University terms and during
some evenings.
Maintain a broad knowledge of up to date research and scholarship in relevant fields to
ensure that teaching meets the standard expected within a research-led University.
Support and comply with the University and departmental teaching quality assurance
standards and procedures, including the provision of such information as required by the
School or University.
Develop and apply appropriate teaching techniques and materials, (novel or innovative),
which create interest, understanding and enthusiasm amongst students. This will include
contribution to regular reflection on the enhancement of departmental curricula.
Undertake curriculum and course design and deliver material across a range of
programmes of study at various levels, using appropriate teaching, learning support and
assessment methods, reviewing and improving as required.
Supervise research students subject to the usual University criteria, including where
appropriate joint supervision.
Supervise undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA student projects, dissertations and,
where appropriate, placements and field trips.
Take responsibility for academic duties (i.e. setting examination questions, marking,
invigilation and pastoral support of students) required to sustain the delivery of high
quality teaching.
Co-ordinate and undertake pastoral support for students within the programme, course or
modules for which you are responsible, liaising where necessary with other University
agencies such as the Senior Tutors Office.
Administration and Other Activities
Contribute to the efficient management and administration of the department by
performing administrative/departmental duties as allocated by the Dean or Head of
Group.
Act as a personal tutor for a mix of undergraduate and postgraduate students, liaising
where necessary with other University agencies such as the Personal Tutors office.
Provide leadership to those working within programme areas, as course leader or
equivalent, by for example co-ordinating the work of others to ensure that courses are
delivered effectively or organising the work of a team by agreeing objectives and work
plans.
Contribute to the management or monitoring of budgets (either project-based or
departmental) and/or to the establishment and management of programme/departmental
financial plans and budgets, in collaboration as appropriate.
The duties and responsibilities outlined are not intended to be an exhaustive list, but provide
guidance on the main aspects of the job. You will be required to be flexible in your duties, and to
ensure compliance with health and safety and equal opportunities in all aspects of work.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
POST TITLE:
DEPARTMENT:
Associate Professor
Warwick Business School
The Person Specification focuses on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications
required to undertake the role effectively.
REQUIREMENTS
The post holder must be able to demonstrate:
ESSENTIAL or
DESIRABLE
REQUIREMENTS
MEASURED BY:
a) Application Form
b) Test/Exercise
c) Interview
d) Presentation
Honours degree (2.1 or above) or equivalent
qualification
a, b, d
PhD or equivalent in a relevant field.
a, b, c, d
At least nationally, and usually internationally
recognised authority in the subject area with
major achievements in research and scholarship,
and an in-depth understanding of own
specialism(s) to enable the development of new
knowledge and understanding within the field.
a, b, c, d
Proven ability in teaching e.g. able to use a range
of delivery techniques to engage the interest and
enthusiasm of students and inspire them to learn,
e.g. successful completion of appropriate
teaching qualification.
a, b, c, d
Ability to initiate development in the curriculum
and to take responsibility for the effective and
efficient delivery of teaching programmes,
developing the curriculum and appropriate
assessment techniques.
a, b, c, d
Good track record of publishing own research in
appropriate leading journals and potential for
sustained research impact
a, b, c, d
Understanding of equal opportunity issues as they
may impact on areas of teaching.
a, b, c, d
Engaged in continuous professional development.
a, b, c, d
Substantial contribution to successful research
leadership, including where appropriate grant
applications.
a, b, c, d
Good interpersonal skills and ability to relate well
to colleagues and different kinds of students.
a, b, c, d
Ability to perform to required deadlines and to
initiate, plan, organise and deliver programmes of
work.
a, b, c, d
Willingness to undertake relevant administrative
a, b, c, d
and managerial duties.
NB: References will be required in support of your application.
Please note that teaching on certain Postgraduate Programmes takes place outside of normal
University terms and during some evenings.
JOB DESCRIPTION
POST TITLE:
Professor
DEPARTMENT:
Warwick Business School
DISCIPLINE:
Behavioural Science
POST RESPONSIBLE TO:
Dean of WBS
REFERENCE NUMBER:
72479-112
CLOSING DATE:
2 January 2013
JOB PURPOSE:
To complement and build on the Groups research interests and engage across the range of
teaching programmes with a significant involvement in one or more of the undergraduate,
specialist masters or MBA programmes.
DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES:
Research
To pursue research independently and collaboratively.
To publish in the worlds leading journals, seek research funding, and to participate in
research seminars and other research related activities in the School.
To show research leadership and to work with and encourage junior staff.
To help promote the profile of WBS and the Group internationally.
Teaching
To contribute to teaching across the range of the Schools programmes
(postgraduate/undergraduate). Teaching on certain postgraduate programmes takes
place out of normal University term times and during some evenings.
To make a lead contribution to one of the Schools courses.
To supervise PhD students in related research areas.
Administration
To undertake administrative tasks as requested by the Discipline Group Head or Dean of
School.
Relationships
To establish a range of collegial relationships with group members, programme directors,
and colleagues in other disciplines and research groups.
To undertake some managerial duties within the School, for example, acting as
Designated Senior Member for more junior staff and providing them with advice; guiding
and reviewing their performance; and participating in a range of professorial committees
to help formulate and implement School strategies.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
POST TITLE:
Professor
DEPARTMENT:
Warwick Business School
The Person Specification focuses on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications
required to undertake the role effectively.
REQUIREMENTS
The post holder must be able to demonstrate:
REQUIREMENT
ESSENTIAL (E)
or
DESIRABLE (D)
MEASURED BY:
a) Application Form
b) Test/Exercise
c) Interview
d) Presentation
An international record of personal achievement in
research and publication
a, c
A track record and/or preparedness of seeking
research funding
a, c
A demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in
an interesting, accessible but scholarly way to large
and small groups. Willing to form part of a teambased approach to teaching and to undertake
course design and development.
a, c
a, c
a, c
a, c
Capacity and preparedness to accept and
undertake effectively administrative tasks as
required, including programme management.
Leadership and management skills, together with
collegiality
A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field.
NB: References will be required in support of your application.
FURTHER PARTICULARS
The University
For further information about the University of Warwick, please visit our website at
http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/services/humanresources/jobsintro/furtherparticulars
Warwick Business School
Warwick Business School (WBS) is one of Europes largest and most highly-regarded business
schools, one of only 55 triple-accredited business schools worldwide. Our Dean, Professor Mark
Taylor, has brought the ambition to become the leading university-based business school in
Europe.
The Economist - the Warwick MBA by distance learning top in the UK; the Warwick MBA
by full-time study in the UK's top 10
QS - the Warwick MBA by distance learning 2nd in the world and the UKs number one
The Financial Times - the Warwick MBA by distance learning top in the UK; the
Warwick MBA by full-time study in the UK's top 4; and the Warwick Executive MBA in the
worlds top 25, 2nd in the UK; Doctoral Programme in Europes top 5; MSc in Finance the
UKs top pure finance course; MSc in Management in the worlds top 50
The Guardian and the Good University Guide - 3rd in the UK for undergraduate
accounting and finance
The Guardian - 4th for undergraduate business studies.
We are pursuing a vigorous and ambitious strategy to push WBS forward including hiring many
exceptional academic staff, obtaining major research funding, developing a new and outstanding
behavioural science research and teaching group, forming innovative strategic partnerships with
world-class organisations such as the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Design Council,
and updating and extending our teaching programmes to respond to the needs of business,
industry, government and society. We are continuing our search for top-flight talent to join us
and help us achieve our ambitious mission:
produce world-class leaders who think on a global scale and respond creatively and
dynamically to innovation and change
publish leading-edge, world-class research that influences the way businesses are
managed and led, and the way organisations operate
provide a strong return on investment for our students and alumni over their entire careers.
Producing world-class business leaders
As the largest department of the University of Warwick, we offer excellent facilities and a
prestigious reputation. We attract students from all over the world who we teach at all levels. We
have something to offer individuals at every stage of their career through our Executive
Education.
Our course portfolio continues to refresh, expand, and diversify to attract the very brightest
students: We currently offer courses annually to over 6,500 students.
Our masters courses provide both highly specialised learning and general management
foundations, offering both our graduates and business competitive advantage.
More than 30 years of combined learning experience enable us to deliver the Warwick
MBA to nearly 2,300 experienced managers each year, wherever they are in the world.
In 2012 our distance learning expertise delivered a new partnership between the Royal
Shakespeare Company and Warwick which is training teachers online worldwide.
The Warwick Global Energy MBA is a ground-breaking new programme bringing together
energy industry professionals to explore sustainable management of dwindling
resources.
Publishing leading-edge research
WBS has achieved a global reputation for research excellence, but to be truly world-class we
must be constantly striving upward. We are pursuing a rigorous improvement programme: setting
very high research standards; attracting major research funding and contracts; recruiting worldclass academic staff to produce leading research in most fields of management:
accounting, markets and organisations
behavioural science
business strategy
consumer behaviour
corporate governance
customer service
entrepreneurship and innovation
finance
industrial relations
information systems and management
innovation strategy
knowledge management
management sciences
marketing
organisational behaviour
operational research
pensions
public sector governance
sports management.
Return on Investment
Learning by sharing experience and insight is key to the student experience at WBS. Over
30,000 alumni have cited the combination of a highly intelligent and internationally diverse cohort
as being a major benefit of their learning experience as well as their future careers. Our
graduates are highly sought after by business and can be found in senior positions in global
bluechips. Many also set up their own business with the entrepreneurial business skills they have
learned with us.
For graduates from overseas, the return on investment is not only in their personal lives but often
in the creation of more efficient services and business in their country. WBS can be said to
genuinely change lives, and not just the lives of those who study with us.
Key milestones
1967
The School of Industrial and Business Studies: 5 staff, 24 students, 3 courses.
1981
The Warwick MBA launches
1989
WBS achieves five star rating for research excellence
1999
WBS becomes the first UK business school accredited by all three global
management education bodies: AMBA, EQUIS, and AACSB.
2003
The Guardian Employers Survey rates WBS graduates as the UKs most
employable.
2010
The first Behavioural Science Group established in a European business school
2012
WBS provides the expertise to enable a new partnership between the Royal
Shakespeare Company and Warwick University Teaching Shakespeare
Useful web sites
The University www2.warwick.ac.uk/services/humanresources/jobsintro/furtherparticulars
WBS
www.wbs.ac.uk
Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy
As an organisation using the (DBS) Disclosure and Barring Service to assess applicants
suitability for positions of trust, the University of Warwick complies with the DBS Code of Practice
and undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a Disclosure on the basis of a
conviction or other information revealed. More information is available on the Universitys
Vacancy pages and applicants may request a copy of the DBS Code of Practice.
