Programme Lead Computer Science

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Programme Lead Computer Science to join our international teaching team in Leipzig, Germany.

The Programme Lead Computer Science plays a lead role in connecting the academic degree programmes with the preparatory programmes at Foundation and Pre-Master Programmes (Pathway Programmes), while equipping students with subject-knowledge and skills.

The successful role holder will also be in managing the communication with the Lancaster University appointed Link Tutors to ensure that all supporting processes and procedures are quality assured, and full academic service support is provided. The role will be required to teach in Computer Science. We offer a range of modules within the Computer Science domain and applications are accepted with expertise in two or more of the following areas:  

• Maths and Stats 
• Computational Thinking and Basic Programming 
• Advanced Programming 
• Basic Linux Terminal (e.g. Bash) 
• HTML and CSS 
• Computer Systems (e.g. operating systems and networking).

Position: Permanent, full-time or part-time

Location: Leipzig, Germany

Programme Lead Computer Science Responsibilities:

• To provide a bundling function and help oversee academic quality of the Computer Science Programme in the relevant pathway.
• To act as the main point of contact between the Link Tutors and the Pathway Programme tutors regarding the academic content of the curriculum on the relevant pathway.
• To facilitate communication between the Link Tutors and the Pathway Programme tutors, and, where appropriate, to provide support when needed, especially for curriculum and assessment development.
• To facilitate the coordination, and review of material so that the Link Tutors can review and confirm assessment and exam marking has been fair, consistent and in line with the marking criteria, and feedback to students is appropriate.
• To give general support, where required, to the LU Leipzig Foundation team in terms of advice on assessment matters: marking criteria, modes of assessment, marks distribution, moderation and marking standardisation.
• To attend Extenuating Circumstances Committees and Academic Malpractice boards.
• To attend the relevant Pathway Programme Module Assessment Boards (MAB) and the Programme Assessment Boards (PAB).
• To attend the Leipzig Pathway Programme Quality & Standards Committee (LPPQSC) meetings, providing at each a verbal report on relevant activities for their subject area since the last meeting.
• To monitor the progress of students through communication with Pathway Programme tutors on a termly basis.
• Participate in formal programme review events involving LU Leipzig, Navitas, and Lancaster University, including any reapproval events.
• To contribute to the Annual Summary Report (ASR)

Programme-Lead Computer Science Requirements:

Essential 

• A postgraduate qualification (Masters, PhD, equivalent), preferably in the field of Computing.
• Understanding of pedagogical methods, learning styles, and/or cognition, ideally demonstrated through previous teaching experience and/or a professional teaching certificate such as PGCAP, PGCHE, PGCE, or similar.
• Ability to communicate with staff and students from a diverse range of cultural and educational backgrounds. 
• Fluency in verbal and written English language communication skills. 
• Proven ability as a ‘team player’. 
• Proven ability to organise own workload and to cope with a variety of task demands. 
• Computer literacy skills inclusive of demonstrated competence with the Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• File management and administrative skills. 
• Strong attention to detail, particularly with regard to understanding policies and procedures.
• Possess a proactive and positive “can do” mentality.

Desirable  

• German language competencies 
• Experience in curriculum design including the management and evaluation of learning and teaching effectiveness 
• Leadership and coordination skills in an education environment 
• Previous experience in leading quality assurance and enhancement in learning and teaching 
• Knowledge of the UK Higher Education system (and/or previous teaching experience at a UK HE institution).

Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do

Navitas is a global education provider offering a wide range of services including university programs, language training, workforce education, and student recruitment. Our University Partnerships Europe division operates higher education colleges that provide quality educational programmes and outstanding student support. Based on partner university campuses, our colleges offer foundation, first-year degree programmes, and postgraduate preliminary modules across various degree pathways. We are at a stage of exciting growth with an ambitious five-year strategy, making this a perfect time to join our supportive and innovative team!

Excited about this opportunity? Think you have what it takes to be our next Programme Lead Computer Science? Apply now and become a part of our journey!

Navitas is a safeguarding employer, and the successful applicant may be required to undergo a German criminal record check (Erweitertes Führungszeugnis).

Diversity and Inclusion

Navitas promotes and embraces an inclusive and diversified workforce. We believe equality, flexibility and diversity in the workplace will deliver a rich and collaborative environment for our employees, students and clients.

How to apply

Please apply online to lodge your application successfully for the Programme Lead Computer Science role. Please merge your CV and covering letter into one pdf/Word document.

Applications close on the 2nd September 2024. However, we reserve the right to progress or confirm applicants prior to close date. Applications received after the close date may be considered pending the recruitment process.

To our agency partners – thank you for your interest however, we will not be accepting unsolicited applications and we do not require support for this role, at this stage.

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