Job Details

REQ000371 - Teaching Lead, The Scotland Academy, Wuxi Taihu University (WTU), China

Salary: £72,692 - £81,393 (initial placement likely at the starting point of the scale, subject to experience)
Plus: £8,000 International Teaching Payment granted on completion of a successful probation for the Teaching Lead
Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Contract Type: Fixed Term – 36 months

THE POST – Teaching Lead, The Scotland Academy, Wuxi Taihu University (WTU), China

The University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is seeking an experienced and collaborative academic leader to lead its innovative partnership with Wuxi Taihu University. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of transnational education while living and working in a dynamic, culturally rich environment.

You will provide academic leadership and operational management for our programmes and staff in China, ensuring excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and student experience.

Reporting to the Dean of the School of Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences, you’ll act as the key operational link between UWS and WTU. The Teaching Lead will offer strong, dynamic, and inspirational leadership while playing a critical role in developing high-quality education to support the school’s international growth strategy.

Programmes Offered by The Scotland Academy and UWS Partnership

• BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security

• BEng (Hons) in Engineering Management

• BSc (Hons) in Web and Mobile Development

The post holder will reside in China and act as the key operational link between The Scotland Academy and the University of the West of Scotland.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate should have the following:

• PhD or equivalent professional qualification in Computing or Cyber Security

• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development

• Academic line management experience

• Successful record of academic leadership and management in a university or relevant context

• Experience integrating education, research, and knowledge exchange

• Knowledge of academic quality assurance and enhancement systems

• Experience in inclusive curriculum development promoting equality and innovation

• Experience developing innovative methods of subject delivery

• Experience managing academic change

• Active involvement in relevant subject networks/professional organisations

• Effective planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills

The University will support candidates with the necessary work permits to work in China.

ABOUT US

The University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is one of Scotland’s largest and most dynamic modern universities. With reach across the UK, UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and education.

Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience, equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills for global success.

The Scotland Academy

A strategic partnership between UWS and Wuxi Taihu University, launched in 2020, delivering industry-relevant degree programmes that combine UWS’s academic excellence with WTU’s local expertise.

This collaboration supports UWS’s internationalisation strategy and provides students with a truly global learning experience.

Our Vision

With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy, and practical knowledge, UWS enables students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research, and innovation.

UWS is ranked by Times Higher Education among the Top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2024 Young University Rankings).

The School of Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences

The school offers industry-focused teaching and research that delivers solutions to real-world problems.
You’ll join an innovative and supportive team, driving transformational change with a positive global impact.

Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, expert faculty, and collaborations with multinational companies.

About Wuxi Taihu University

Wuxi Taihu University (WTU) is a full-time, multidisciplinary application-oriented undergraduate university approved by the Ministry of Education, located in Wuxi urban area, near Shanghai.

• Founded: 2002

• Campus Size: 2,000 acres

• Students & Staff: 25,000+

• Known as the “University in the Garden” for its beautiful, scenic environment

• Approved as a master’s degree granting project unit in 2017

• Ranked 5th among similar universities in China and 1st in Jiangsu Province (2025 Chinese University Rankings)

Remuneration Package

• Salary Range: £72,692 - £81,393 (based on experience)

• International Teaching Payment: £8,000 (after successful probation)

• Expatriate Benefits: Relocation allowance, housing allowance, medical insurance, medical allowance, personal laptop allowance, and family relocation assistance.

Additional Benefits

• Annual Leave: 47 days (including public holidays)

• Pension: UWS contributes 8% of annual salary to employee’s personal pension

• Professional Development: Career and development opportunities

Interview Schedule

• Virtual Interviews: Week commencing 17th November 2025

• In-person Interviews (London): Week commencing 1st December 2025

  
  Early applications are encouraged, as the University reserves the right to close the vacancy early depending on application volume.

Additional Information

Privacy Notice: More details at www.uws.ac.uk
Commitments: UWS is an equal opportunity employer, a “Disability Confident” employer, and a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant.
Charity Registration: University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity (no. SC002520).