Lecturer in Optometry (Maternity Cover)
Aston University - School of Optometry
| Location: | Aston |
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| Salary: | £37,099 to £44,263 per annum (Grade 8) |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
| Placed On: | 25th June 2024 |
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| Closes: | 9th July 2024 |
| Job Ref: | 0319-24 |
Location: Aston University Main Campus
Contract type: Fixed term (12 months)
Closing date: 23:59 hours BST on Tuesday 9th July 2024
Interview date: Friday 26th July 2024
The School of Optometry at Aston University is seeking to appoint a full-time, fixed-term Lecturer in Optometry to develop and enhance the research and teaching activities of the School.
The successful applicant will be responsible for the design and delivery of teaching and learning material within our undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes. Applicants will also need to pursue a personal research programme in the general area of optometry and/ or vision science. All applicants must be able to demonstrate the necessary teamwork skills to foster collaboration with existing colleagues and to build links within the University and externally.
We are looking for an optometrist with a PhD in Optometry or a related discipline. Experience of initiating and conducting research to doctoral level is essential. In addition, we expect further development of our research programme, grant applications and future publications in academic journals.
Please visit our website www.aston.ac.uk/jobs for further information and to apply online. For informal discussions relating to this post, please contact Professor Leon Davies (interim Head of the School of Optometry, l.n.davies@aston.ac.uk) or Professor Nicola Logan (Director of Research, n.s.logan@aston.ac.uk).
What we offer
- Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers
- Great family-friendly policies
- On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
- Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here
Further details:
Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston
We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.
If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk
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