Durham University
CASUAL ACADEMIC - Postgraduate Combined Role
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The University
At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, and a unique and historical setting – Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally.
Across the University we have a vast variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, that is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University.
Further information about the University can be found here.
The Department
Durham’s Music Department is one of the very best in the UK, and indeed worldwide, with an outstanding reputation for excellence in research and teaching. We attract exceptionally talented undergraduate, MA and doctoral students, and focus on high-quality research-led teaching. We have a thriving and supportive research culture, with funding from national and international research councils and foundations and a community of postdoctoral fellows in the Department. In student-facing guides and league tables we are regularly ranked as the number one Music Department in the UK (Complete University Guide 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021; The Sunday Times 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2022; Guardian 2019, 2021 and 2022). We pursue equality, diversity and inclusion and are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and student bodies as well as our curriculum.
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Job Description
Applications are invited from current registered postgraduate research students in their second or later year of a programme within the Department of Music, Durham University.
It is anticipated that teaching and/or formative marking may be available within the sub-disciplines of music at Levels 1-3:
- Historical Musicology
- Analysis
- Psychology of Music
- Performance
- Popular Music
Please note that all teaching activities will be carried out in person during the academic year 2026/2027.
For further information on the Department, please see: Music - Durham University
Graduate Teaching Assistants will be responsible to the Head of Department.
Role
Responsibilities
Combined Role (predominantly teaching)
Casual Grade 6
- Teaching and marking
- Plan, prepare, and teach courses/deliver tutorials as specified by the relevant department.
- Provide and update syllabus materials.
- Assist with curriculum development and the production of Learning & Teaching materials.
- Set and/or mark assessments according to relevant published criteria.
- Keep accurate records of marks awarded, liaising with the departmental assessment team as necessary.
- Provide oral and/or written feedback to students in line with departmental policy, procedures and timescales.
- Demonstrating
- Guide and support students in the laboratory.
- Assist in the delivery of laboratory classes.
- Assist the laboratory leader as required, such as developing enhanced experiments.
- Ensure safe working practices and good order in the laboratories.
- Student supervision
- Assist and direct student projects as required.
- Ensure that students follow ethical guidelines in conducting their projects.
- General
- Help ensure appropriate student conduct, implement the University’s code of conduct and report any concerns to the academic mentor.
- Monitor the welfare of the student(s) and report any concerns immediately.
- Maintain registers and monitor attendance.
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Requirements
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the subject area.
- Attend relevant briefings and training sessions.
To apply
To apply for the role please complete the online application process, uploading a copy of your CV and covering letter.
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