Dissertation Supervisor - Business & Tourism

Dissertation Supervisor - Business & Tourism

We are seeking Dissertation Supervisors to support our vision of Changing lives through education.

Location: London (West and East), Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds – On‑Site
Department: Academic/Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) partnership
Salary: £250 per student (includes supervisory time, formative feedback, 1st and 2nd marking, ad‑hoc meetings)

Allocation: Up to 20 project students. Provide 10 hours of supervision plus marking time per student.

Employment type: Part‑time
Seniority level: Entry level
Job function: Other
Industries: Education

What You’ll Be Doing

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 for 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 various campuses.
• Good IT skills working on all Microsoft packages.

• External examiner experience.
• Relevant industry experience.