Lecturer in Pharmacology & Physiology

The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing School of Life Sciences, Pharmacy and Chemistry. You will join the department of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences where our educational activities include delivery of undergraduate degrees in Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Science. You will work closely with the Pharmacology and Bioscience course leaders to develop and deliver inclusive teaching and assessment to various Bioscience programmes at Level 3 through to Level 7.

We would like the individual to contribute to topic areas in Pharmacology, Physiology, and Pharmacodynamics. We would welcome passionate educators that can equip students with real-world skills and contribute to Kingston University’s vision to remain firmly at the forefront of embedding future skills in the curriculum to prepare graduates for career success. You will contribute to the personal tutor scheme, offering pastoral support to students and helping them develop their academic and professional skills.

The Person
We are seeking a Pharmacologist with cross-disciplinary interests contributing to teaching across Levels 3 to 7 programmes. You will hold a doctorate in the field of or related to Pharmacology and have knowledge of basic Physiology or an equivalent professional qualification. Basic knowledge of neuroscience would also be advantageous. On a personal level, to deliver exceptional teaching and support to our students will be your core motivation. We also welcome contributions to research in pharmacology or pedagogy for the life sciences.

You will use your teaching or research experience to promote practical knowledge to students that they will take with them in their future studies and career. Constantly seeking to improve, you will scrutinise your own work and work collaboratively to enhance the Faculty and School’s reputation in higher education and occupational circles. Students at Kingston University come from a broad range of backgrounds and educational experiences and the person undertaking this position will play a key role in allowing such students to realise their potential.

Further Information
This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £43,187 per annum.

Interviews are expected to take place on Monday 12 August 2024.

For informal enquiries, please contact: 

Dr Baljit Thatti, Head of Department of Chemical & Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

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