Lecturer in Biomedical Science

Expected interview date: 17^th December 2024

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

The Institute of Science and Environment is seeking to recruit a Lecturer in Biomedical Science. The successful candidate will join an experienced, ambitious, and forward-thinking teaching team, known for its innovation in course design and delivery. Our team currently delivers Bachelor of Science programmes in Biomedical Science, Chemistry, and Zoology. In April 2024, our Biomedical Science programme received successful accreditation from the IBMS, and we welcomed our first cohort of students to the accredited programme in September 2024.

The post holder will contribute to the delivery of core modules across various programmes and year groups, including integrated foundation years. They will also be expected to engage actively in research and scholarship to support their teaching activities. The ideal candidate will have clinical experience or be an HCPC-registered biomedical scientist and/or a member of the IBMS. While lecturing experience in Biomedical Science at the higher education level is desirable, it is not essential. For those new to higher education teaching, the University offers a Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) in Learning and Teaching for Higher Education.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

Clinical genetics

Haematology

Pathology

The Institute of Science and Environment is one of five Institutes within the University. It is a busy and vibrant Institute which has strong links with a number of professional bodies and employers which is reflected in the high level of employment our students enjoy.

The Institute is split across two sites, Ambleside and Carlisle, to suit the academic portfolio and delivery needs of the programmes. The academic portfolio provides a range of undergraduate programmes including Outdoor Leadership, Outdoor Education, Geography, Forestry and a range of Conservation programmes at our Ambleside Campus and Biomedical Science, Forensic Science, Chemistry and Zoology at our Carlisle Campus. Additionally, we have a developing postgraduate taught provision and a growing postgraduate research community.

The University and Institute are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative working environment for all staff. There is a comprehensive programme of staff development for academic staff and all colleagues are encouraged to enhance and develop their careers.

Informal Enquiries: Dr Liz Mallabon | Head of Teaching, Learning and Student Experience | elizabeth.mallabon@cumbria.ac.uk  

We are seeking innovative, creative, high-quality researchers, and scholars to foster a culture of exploration, discovery and intellectual challenge that generates international recognition, respect and engagement.

In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package including 35 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, 25 research and scholarly activity days, support for professional development, support to achieve Higher Education Academy/Advance HE accreditation, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development.

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We encourage applications from the broadest range of society, including all under-represented groups with particular emphasis on Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in our University and in comparison, to the sector.

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