Details
1122209
University of Leicester
11/01/2027
2 Months
Various, according to timetable
Smart Casual
Pay
£14.97
£1.81
Description
Role
The School of Chemical, Earth and Environmental Sciences is seeking Geology Demonstrators to provide teaching support to undergraduate Geology and Foundation Year students during Semester 2. Demonstrators will support the face-to-face delivery of practical classes and undertake associated teaching support and administrative duties, helping to provide a high-quality service and learning experience for students.
Duties and responsibilities
You will support students with their learning during practical teaching sessions, providing appropriate guidance and helping them engage effectively with the subject material. Depending on the module, opportunities range from five three-hour practical sessions for GY0011 through to assignments of up to 36 hours for GL2102, with some modules shared between demonstrators.
Teaching will take place face-to-face at various venues across the University campus. The hours and days will vary according to the relevant module timetable.
Opportunities are available across a range of modules;
- GY0011 Principles of Earth Science and Earth Systems (1 role, up to 15 hours) 5 practical sessions of 3 hours each. Module convenor: Jens Zinke
- GL1104 Natural Resources and the Environment. 16 hours on campus (2 hours a week), normally split between 2 demonstrators (8 hours each). Module convenor is David Holwell.
- GL1105 Geological Maps and Structures. 1 demonstrator, 28 hours on campus. Module convenor is Sarah Lee.
- GL1108 Our Dynamic Planet. Up to 34 hours on campus, normally split between 2 demonstrators (17 hours each). Module convenor is Marc Reichow
- GL2102 Structure and Tectonics. Up to 36 hours on campus, can be split between 2 demonstrators (1 demonstrator for 28 hours for Structure and Tectonics, 1 demonstrator for 8 hours for GIS). Module convenor is Gawen Jenkin
- GL2105 Depositional Processes and Environments. 1 demonstrator, 32 hours on campus. Module convenor is Sarah Lee.
Skills and experience
You will have successfully completed at least Year 1 of the degree in which demonstrator support is being provided, or equivalent, together with practical experience of applying the appropriate skills and techniques. You will be able to analyse and communicate effectively, demonstrate excellent interpersonal and team-working skills, interact effectively with colleagues, and work independently and on your own initiative.
You will need sufficient proficiency in English to undertake teaching and administrative activities and communicate effectively with staff and students, together with an appropriate appreciation of safety in laboratory or fieldwork settings where applicable. A First Aid qualification, where applicable, and previous experience of demonstrating or teaching undergraduate students are desirable.
Location
University of Leicester
Additional information
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and also what modules you are applying for.
Informal enquiries are welcome, and should be made to Leigh Kirkpatrick (lh387@leicester.ac.uk)
Duration: 11 January 2027 to 24 March 2027
Closing date for applications: Sunday 29 November 2026
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