Lecturer in Psychology with Counselling

Education & Scholarship

Part time 0.8FTE – Job share considered

The Opportunity

It is an exciting time to join the School of Psychology at Keele University. We recently climbed into the Global Top 150 in the 2021 Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Keele Psychology has developed a vibrant and inclusive environment which embraces research approaches from across basic and applied psychological science.

We are looking to appoint a Lecturer to expand our offering in Counselling Psychology and further strengthen our position as a School dedicated to research and teaching excellence.

The successful candidate will hold PhD in Psychology or professional doctorate in Counselling Psychology and will contribute to the growing provision of Counselling Psychology across the School. Expertise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapies would be desirable.

The successful candidate will be supported to undertake a PGDip in Higher Education Practice to obtain Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (unless they hold an equivalent qualification).

The Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:  

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave  
• Excellent staff pension scheme   
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development   
• On site ‘outstanding’ nursery    
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site  
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above.

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible. 

The University

Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 12,500 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at http://www.keele.ac.uk.

Keele University values equality and diversity across our workforce and is committed to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

How to Apply

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For an informal discussion about the post please contact Professor Abigail Locke (Head of School) – a.j.locke@keele.ac.uk

Closing date for applications: 27 October 2024

Interviews will be held on: 11 November 2024

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