Senior Lecturer in Aviation Operations (2050)
Senior Lecturer in Aviation Operations
Full Time – Permanent
Location High Wycombe Campus
Salary - £44,746 - £56,535
Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.
Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission.
The purpose of this role is to deliver a first-class student experience through research-informed teaching, impactful research, and knowledge exchange activities. The postholder will contribute to the University’s academic growth by aligning research with teaching, engaging with industry and professional partners, and fostering an inclusive community where everyone can thrive and achieve their potential. You will work closely with colleagues across the College of Leadership and Innovation to ensure top-quality, inclusive teaching, learning and research.
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and industry experienced Senior Lecturer in Aviation Operations with a specialisation in pilot training. This role will contribute to the delivery, development and enhancement of our aviation and pilot training provision, supporting students to progress into professional aviation careers.
The successful candidate will teach across undergraduate and/or postgraduate aviation programmes, with a particular focus on pilot training, flight operations, and operational safety. You will also contribute to curriculum development, learner support, academic quality, and engagement with industry partners.
What we offer:
- a generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
- Hybrid working (dependent on business needs)
- training & development support opportunities
- contributory pension scheme
- discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
- a range of staff discounts with major retailers.
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If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information about this role please contact Professor Lisa Wyld, Associate Dean (Education) on: Lisa.Wyld@bnu.ac.uk
All applications are to be made in full and online.
BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace and aim to continue building an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’s workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.
Please let us know if you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that would enable you to perform to the best of your abilities in your role. Please reach out to us if you have any specific needs or if you would like more information on how we can support you
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Closing Date: 22nd May 2026
Interview Date: week beginning 1st or 8th June 2026
If you are invited to interview for this role, you will need to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK and if on a Visa, current visa and status. Sponsorship is dependent on the salary level of the position.
BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process.
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
To be used in alignment with our Academic Charter and Career Pathways
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Job Title: Senior Lecturer in Aviation Operations
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College/Directorate: College of Leadership and Innovation
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Grade: H |
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Location: High Wycombe; Aylesbury, Uxbridge as appropriate, with travel to other campuses
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Responsible to: Dean / Associate Dean or designee
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Job Purpose:
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Main Duties & Responsibilities:
Research and Knowledge Exchange:
- Conduct effective research and scholarly activity, generate income and align own research with teaching and learning to generate excelled student outcomes
- Collaborate and engage with relevant business and professional networks to promote teaching and learning and research in a professional context
- Engage in effective doctoral supervision and develop early career research
- Contribute significantly to knowledge through refereed conference outputs and peer-reviewed (non-conference) outputs
- Embed research within teaching and curriculum and contribute to research impact and student outcomes
- Contribute to the leadership of an inclusive and interdisciplinary research culture
- Undertake collaborative research with external partners, communities, professional bodies and/or employers.
- Significantly contribute to the REF and KEF and to internal and external research and enterprise strategies
Learning, Teaching & Scholarship:
- Undertake research-informed teaching in the subject discipline managing all aspects of curriculum delivery, development, and quality
- Deliver educational knowledge and practice through generation of peer-reviewed pedagogical outputs
- Contribute to the development and leadership of an inclusive teaching and learning culture and ensuring delivery of excellent student experience and outcomes
- Make significant contribution to research informed innovative pedagogy, curriculum and programme planning, design, and development including use of innovative digital technology to enhance learning
- Deliver successful and impactful tutoring and pastoral support to students including the support of placements and internships
- Regularly engage with professional bodies, employers and other organisations to enhance professional practice and student outcomes
- Provide effective feedback, support and guidance to students, which promotes improvement of performance and enhances student outcomes
- Secure external funding for educational projects
Leadership and Academic Citizenship:
- Achieve growth by increasing student recruitment
- Significant participation in business planning, strategy setting and key decision making within the College using relevant data and metrics
- Impactful development of others through mentoring, training and supporting CPD
- Engage with professional bodies, policy-makers, employers and other relevant groups including impactful participation in civic engagement and contribution to our regional community
- Contribute to knowledge and practice through engaging with peer review, external assessment or external examination ensuring the highest quality
- Lead income generation initiatives
- Foster a culture of inclusion, making a significant contribution towards reducing awarding gaps and improving diversity in teaching and learning
Other
- Engage in professional development activities (e.g., CPD, attendance at conferences)
- Contribute to Open Days, school, college and partnership links and the marketing and promotional work of the College
- Act as a valued commentator or contributor to media
- Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g., the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and Diversity) in all working practices
- Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.
For roles with line management responsibilities:
- Line management responsibilities including recruitment and selection, performance management, professional development, motivation, health & safety and wellbeing.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
A = Application T = Test/Presentation I = Interview
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Education, Qualifications & Training |
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First degree in a relevant field |
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Doctoral level qualification or equivalent relevant professional experience in field |
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Current or previous professional pilot licence (e.g. ATPL, CPL, MPL) |
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Recognised HE teaching qualification and/or Fellow by Advance HE or evidenced commitment to achieving within two years |
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Knowledge & Experience |
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Expert knowledge and research in discipline/field |
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Knowledge of pilot training pathways (e.g. ATPL, MPL, integrated/modular training) |
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Track record of delivering quality learning and teaching to students/learners achieving excellent student outcomes |
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Evidence as an active researcher and delivery of high-quality research and scholarship |
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Significant contribution to research active communities |
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Proven track record in delivering excellent student/customer experience |
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Active contribution to subject association; learning society or professional body |
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Experience of generating income or securing external project funding |
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Experience of doctoral research supervision, personal tutoring, mentoring or supporting continuing professional development |
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Skills |
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Excellent presentation and teaching delivery skills* |
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Digitally able and proficient in Microsoft tools |
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Highly effective customer service skills |
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Special Requirements |
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A willingness and ability to work in off-site locations and across all University campuses, as required |
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A willingness and ability to contribute to University Open Days (which may fall on Saturdays) |
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*you will be required to deliver a micro-teach as part of your interview
Behavioural INDICATORS
The BNU Behaviours Framework (BBF) is a framework for all University staff that sets out the key behaviours that exemplify the DRIVE values and ethos of the University. The nine categories provide a clear steer on behavioural expectations that will help support a step change in the performance and culture of the University. The three key behavioural indicators for this post are as follows:
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Managing self and personal skills Being aware of own behaviour and mindful of how it impacts on others, enhancing personal skills to adapt professional practice accordingly. |
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Delivering excellent service Providing the best quality service to external and internal customers/students/stakeholders. Building genuine and open long-term relationships in order to drive up customer service standards.
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Finding solutions Taking a holistic view and working enthusiastically to analyse problems and to develop workable solutions. Identifying opportunities for innovation.
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