"Dissertation Supervisor - Business & Tourism - Leeds"

Global Banking School - Academic/Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) Partnership

Location: Leeds

Salary: £250 per student

Hours: Part Time

Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On: 29th October 2025

Expires: 28th November 2025

Job Ref: 25156

Job Description

We are seeking part-time and hourly paid Dissertation Supervisors to support our vision of Changing lives through education.

Are you someone who can guide students through the process of writing their dissertations? Do you have previous experience of providing dissertation supervision combined with demonstrable experience in Business and Tourism Management as well working with adult learners from diverse backgrounds? We want to hear from you!

What you'll be doing:

Academic Supervision

• Support students in defining and refining their research questions and objectives.
• Advise on appropriate research methodologies and ethical considerations.
• Guide students in conducting literature reviews and sourcing relevant materials.
• Provide structured feedback on dissertation drafts and monitor progress.
• Ensure dissertations meet required academic, institutional and PSRB standards.

Student Support

• Maintain regular contact with assigned students through scheduled supervision meetings.
• Encourage independent thinking and scholarly development.
• Identify and address academic or personal challenges that may be affecting progress.
• Promote inclusive and supportive learning environments.

About You:

• Qualified to at least a Masters Level degree in a related discipline area.
• Demonstrable experience in academic research and dissertation supervision.
• Experience of working in Higher Education
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methodology
• Knowledge of statistical programmes and secondary data analysis
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of research ethics, methodologies, and academic writing conventions.
• Understanding of, and passion for, both higher education and working with a diverse student body, especially mature students from a widening participation background.
• Willing to work occasional weekends and evenings, and travel to our various campuses.
• Good IT skills working on all Microsoft packages.

Desirable:

• External examiner experience
• Relevant industry related experience.

About Us

GEDU Global Education is a dynamic and innovative group of education providers.

Across our institutions, programmers are designed to have a direct impact on the lives of our students, apprentices and trainees; to equip them with the skills knowledge and experience necessary for success in their chosen field.

Apply now via the ‘Apply’ button above

Job Info

• Degree Level: Master's Degree
• Location: St George House, Leeds, LS1 3DL, GB