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PGTA - UPCSE Physics (IOE)
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The Institute of Education (CLIE) are looking for a PGTA for the Undergraduate Preparatory Certificate for Science and Engineering (UPCSE) Physics course. Start date: 29th October 2025. Deadline to apply: 5:00pm, Friday 24th October.
Department: Institute of Education (CLIE)
Modules: UPCSE Physics Course (Part of the UCL UPC Course)
Number of hours: 4h/week during term time
Start date: 29th October 2025
Duration: Up to 1 year
Grade: PGTA (Grade 6)
Location: London
Application deadline: 5:00pm, Friday 24th October
Job description
The main purpose of this job is to support experimental and related teaching and learning sessions in the UPCSE Physics subject.
A Postgraduate Teaching Assistant (PGTA) is required to assist during Physics laboratory sessions scheduled during UPC term times (Wednesdays, 14:00-17:30) and to support the invigilation of tests and exams. The PGTA is expected to arrange their annual leave outside the teaching sessions. The PGTA may also be asked to be involved more flexibly with assessment and testing and evaluating online resources.
The PGTA need not be an expert on the topic being taught but needs graduate-level knowledge of the subject and good practical laboratory experience in helping students with limited lab-based prior knowledge.
For further information, please review the attached Job Description.
Key responsibilities
- Laboratory demonstration;
- Invigilation of tests and exams
Requirements for role
The PGTA need not be an expert on the topic being taught but needs graduate-level knowledge of the subject and good practical laboratory experience in helping students with limited lab-based prior knowledge.
Please review the attached Job Description for further information.
How to apply
Please email Vincent Gimbert (UPCSE Physics Co-ordinator) at v.gimbert@ucl.ac.uk with a CV and brief Cover Letter.