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1120453
University of Leicester
15/10/2026
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8 hours per week
Smart Casual
Pay
£20.87
£2.52
Description
Role
The University of Leicester is seeking an Associate Lecturer to deliver teaching on MN7405 Management Decisions and Risk Analysis, a postgraduate module within the MSc Healthcare Management programme in the School of Management. This part-time, fixed-term opportunity will involve preparing and delivering lectures that support students' understanding of strategic management, decision-making and risk analysis, while contributing to an engaging and inclusive learning environment.
The successful candidate will work closely with the module convenor and Associate Tutor to ensure a coherent programme of learning and teaching that aligns with the approved module specification.
Duties and responsibilities
The post holder will prepare and deliver lectures covering strategic management, management decision-making and risk analysis. They will be responsible for updating and adapting teaching materials in consultation with the module convenor, making resources available through Blackboard, and ensuring that lecture content supports associated seminar activities.
In addition, the Associate Lecturer will support students in understanding module content and preparing for assessment, liaise regularly with colleagues involved in module delivery, contribute to relevant meetings and maintain effective communication with the Associate Tutor to ensure an integrated student learning experience.
Skills and experience
Applicants should hold a PhD, be near completion of a PhD, or possess equivalent experience in management, strategic management, decision sciences or a closely related discipline. Candidates must have current knowledge of strategic management, management decision-making and risk analysis, together with experience of delivering lectures within a higher education environment.
You should be able to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively, demonstrate excellent presentation and communication skills, and have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Experience of teaching postgraduate students, membership of Advance HE, knowledge of healthcare or public sector organisations, and experience of case-study, simulation or portfolio-based teaching methods would be advantageous. The University welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates and is committed to protecting freedom of speech and academic freedom within the law throughout its recruitment processes.
Location
University of Leicester/Brookfield campus
Additional information
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role
Informal enquiries are welcome, and should be made to m.allen@leicester.ac.uk
Duration: ASAP to 11 December 2026
Closing date for applications: Sunday 18 October 2026
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