School of Life Sciences

Location: Lincoln 
This post is full time, permanent.
Closing Date: Sunday 05 May 2019
Interview Date: Tuesday 21 May 2019

• Lecturer salary from £33,199
• Senior Lecturer salary from £38,460

Following recognition of our excellent research in REF 2014, sector-leading student satisfaction in the NSS (UK number 1 in 4 programmes 2016) and strong undergraduate and postgraduate recruitment, we are seeking to make a further appointment at Lecturer/Senior Lecturer level to expand our expertise in the area of Cell Biology. This post is available on a Teaching and Research (T&R) or Teaching, Scholarship and Professional Practice (TSPP) role profile and will support delivery of teaching at all undergraduate levels across a range of programmes.

We are seeking a candidate who:

• Has a strong academic profile related to cell biology. We would particularly welcome applicants with experience in microscopy and / or histology. We could also consider applicants with experience in microbiology.
• Will engage in pure and/or applied research which will complement existing strengths within the School and our REF submission, or engage in pedagogic research and professional practice to enhance educational theory and delivery.
• Is an excellent communicator who will complement the School’s existing teaching.  In particular, we are seeking someone who will support teaching both in specialist subject modules and across the wider life science curriculum.
• Will work closely with other members of staff within the School of Life Sciences as well as external partners

Working with us, you will enjoy the benefits of newly refurbished and exceptionally well equipped research facilities and benefit from a stimulating, interdisciplinary and collegiate environment. We support excellence in research and teaching and you will be part of a team that provides a popular portfolio of qualifications at BSc, MSc and PhD level. You will be based in the heart of a thriving, safe and friendly city.

The University of Lincoln is a forward-thinking, energetic institution, with a substantial commitment to growing science infrastructure. If you would like to be part of shaping our world-class vision and would like to know more about this opportunity please email Dr Clare Miller, Programme Leader for MSc microbiology cmiller@lincoln.ac.uk Dr Neil Holden, Deputy Programme Lead for Biomedical Science nholden@lincoln.ac.uk or Professor Steve Bevan, Head of School sbevan@lincoln.ac.uk for more information or to arrange an informal conversation about the position.

As an institutional Athena SWAN Bronze Award holder we are committed to advancing gender equality in STEM, therefore female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.