About this role
About the Opportunity Teaching Assistant in Physics
Position overview
Department Physics and Engineering
Faculty Computing, Mathematics, Engineering & Natural Sciences (CoMENS)
Location London, Devon House / Portsoken
Term Part-time (Up to 0.88 FTE); Fixed Term (01 September 2026 – 31 May 2027)
Salary Range Teaching Assistant (G6) £37,960 to £41,461, progressing to £42,701 for 1.0 FTE once in post. Pro rata for agreed FTE (up to 0.88 FTE).
Benefits The university supports staff maintaining a good work/life balance, offer flexible working and parental leave opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme which provides free, confidential advice on both home and work concerns as well as optional private medical insurance, season ticket loans and being part of the cycle to work scheme.
Line Management Responsibility N/A
Reports to Head of Discipline
Start date (dependent on successful completion of relevant checks) 01 September 2026
The role Northeastern University London invites applications for a Teaching Assistant in Physics. The appointee will support teaching of Level 4 (first year undergraduate) Physics courses.
Appointments will be commensurate with experience and qualifications reflecting a record of demonstrated ability to support teaching.
Core duties include:
• Lead laboratory sessions, under the guidance and/or supervision of subject expert faculty, in Classical Mechanics and Electromagnetism, covering topics including mechanics, motion, energy, electrical circuits, oscillations and wave phenomena • Support students during lab sessions, recitation sessions, or both • Assist with equipment set-up and tear-down during lab sessions, as required • Complete required training, and attend coordination meetings • Respond to or forward student queries, as appropriate
We particularly encourage applications from those with an interest in innovative teaching, learning and assessment; those with experience of supporting a wide variety of students; and those belonging to groups underrepresented in UK higher education. We are open to appointing on a reduced fraction/job-share basis subject to our business needs.
Person specification criteria
To undertake this role, the following should apply – should you not have the experience below, please do highlight where transferrable skills would assist with you undertaking the role. Unless specified, all criteria are considered essential.
Qualifications
• Master’s degree, or equivalent professional experience, in a relevant area • PhD completed, or near completion, or equivalent professional experience, in a relevant area (desirable) • AFHEA status, or equivalent, achieved or expected (desirable)
Key Criteria
• Core knowledge of Classical Mechanics and Electromagnetism, covering topics in mechanics, motion, energy, electrical circuits, oscillations and waves. • Demonstrates, through evidence, ability to be adaptable, innovative, and inclusive in assisting teaching lab sessions. • Ability to provide excellent, personalised support to students in a lab-based setting. • Flexibility and capacity to support course leaders in providing excellent educational provision to students, including opportunities for experiential learning. • Excellent written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills including presentation skills, both face-to-face and online • Excellent IT skills and evidence of supporting the integration of technologies into learning and teaching. • Excellent time-management and organisational skills
About the Faculty
The Faculty of Computing, Mathematics, Engineering, and Natural Sciences (CoMENS) is undergoing significant growth at Northeastern University London. It is home to four interdisciplinary undergraduate dual-degree (in UK and US) programmes in the areas of Data Science, Data Science and Politics, Computer Science and Business, and Computer Science and Philosophy; four postgraduate programs in the areas of AI Ethics, Data Science, Computer Science, and Technology Leadership; and five degree apprenticeship programmes in the areas of AI, Data Science, Digital and Technology Solutions, and Biosciences.
The faculty plays a major part in Northeastern University’s first-year student mobility program, offering undergraduate courses in Computer and Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Biology, Chemistry and Healthcare, striving to inspire and equip entering students to be outstanding scientists.
Enquiries
Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Sophia Economides, Head of Physics and Engineering (s.economides@nulondon.ac.uk). However, all applications must be made in accordance with the application process specified.
Application process
Applications must include a full curriculum vitae and a cover letter that sets out concisely in ways relevant to this role how the applicant meets the person specification criteria. Applicants should indicate in their cover letter the % FTE they are interested in.
Participation in the equal opportunities section is encouraged, but voluntary.
The panel will be shortlisting for this position on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this post before the closing date if we receive a large number of applications.
Please note this role may require a basic or enhanced DBS check. Our organisation acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of our students and staff, and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice and Ofsted requirements. You must adhere to the above if you are offered a role with NU London.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community and will be judged on merit alone. We welcome applications from all underrepresented groups, including the Global Majority. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
Job sponsorship: Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Position Type
Salary Range
Teaching Assistant (G6) £37,960 to £41,461, progressing to £42,701 per annum for 1.0 FTE once in post. Pro rata for agreed FTE (up to 0.88 FTE) Additional Information
About the University
Northeastern University London (NU London) is a prestigious higher education institution based in the heart of London and is part of Northeastern University’s global campus network. Overlooking the River Thames near Tower Bridge, NU London offers academically challenging educational programmes designed to inspire innovative thinking, encourage interdisciplinary study, and provide global experiences. The bright and modern campus offers award winning, contemporary facilities for students and staff including state of the art audio visual technology in its teaching and meeting spaces.
Inspired by excellence, infused with an energy of ideas and ability in motion, at NU London, being a part of our staff is to be a part of a collective of entrepreneurs and educators, builders and thinkers. NU London is growing quickly, offering opportunity and growth for our staff. Currently hosting 1,500 students, our aim is to have 4000 students by 2028/29.
Choose NU London
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, the University supports staff maintaining a good work/life balance, your health and wellness are of utmost importance to us, and our offerings encompass:
• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and winter break holidays (normally 2 days between Christmas and New Year).
• Access to personalised Continuous Professional Development (CPD) plans and opportunities.
• Support with private medical insurance.
• Eye test reimbursement.
• Cycle Scheme vouchers.
• 24/7 employee assistance/ support via our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to deals and discounts for food & shopping in the local area.
Enquiries
Informal enquiries may be made to:
Sophia Economides They can be reached at the following:
[email protected] However, all applications must be made in accordance with the application process specified. Application process Applications should be made by 00:00 on the job posting's end date (if applicable). Participation in the equal opportunities section is encouraged, but voluntary. Applications must include a covering letter of no more than one page that addresses the criteria for the role and a full curriculum vitae. The panel will be shortlisting for this position on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this post before the closing date if we receive a large number of applications. Please note all employees of Northeastern University London are required to undergo at least a basic DBS check. Our organisation acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of our students and staff, and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice and Ofsted requirements. You must adhere to the above if you are offered a role with NU London.
For staff’s own wellbeing, for part time roles, the expectation is if you have multiple roles, they should not exceed full time (37.5 hours per week), and for full time roles, the expectation is that this will be your only role (apart from intermittent roles). Applications are welcome from all sections of the community and will be judged on merit alone. We welcome applications from all underrepresented groups, including the Global Majority. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.