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Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Thesis Supervisor (Principal and Secondary) to support students on their Professional Doctorate in Occupational Psychology. Joining Birkbeck's Business School, you will guide students through their research journey - supporting them from initial proposals through to the final thesis and preparation for the viva. In this rewarding position, you will play a vital role in helping part‑time and adult learners thrive, drawing on your expertise in applied occupational psychology, research practice, and effective supervision.
Job Responsibility:
Supervise students’ research, including proposals, ethics submissions, data collection stages, and thesis drafts
Provide regular feedback, academic guidance, and monthly contact with supervisees
Support viva preparation, including mock examinations
Encourage critical thinking, creativity, and integration of theory and practice
Contribute to the development of learning materials and teaching approaches
Engage in personal scholarship and professional development to maintain up‑to‑date subject knowledge
Provide sensitive, appropriate support to students, referring where necessary
Act as a mentor and first point of contact for academic issues
Requirements:
Chartered Psychologist with a PhD, or Professional Doctorate (or equivalent)
Previous experience of successful doctoral supervision (PhD, ProfDoc or DBA)
Supervised at least one student to completion (to qualify as First Supervisor)
For Second supervisors: other supervisory experience at MSc/MRes/MPhil levels
Ideally a member of the British Psychological Society’s Division of Occupational and Organizational Psychology
A publication record associated with applied psychology
Passionate about developing research in practice
Committed, engaging professional with strong academic credentials and a passion for developing emerging practitioners in Occupational Psychology
Nice to have:
Member of the British Psychological Society’s Division of Occupational and Organizational Psychology
Publication record associated with applied psychology
Passionate about developing research in practice
What we offer:
Competitive salary and pension scheme
31 days paid leave
Flexible working arrangements
Generous benefits in the HE sector
Location in the heart of Bloomsbury, Euston, London