Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Animal Science

Lecturer - £34,304- £38,587 per annum, Grade 7

Senior Lecturer - £39,739 - £50,296 per annum, Grade 8

Full time, 37 hours per week (1.0 FTE)

Permanent

We have an exciting opportunity at Writtle University College to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Animal Science lecturer to join our Department of Animal Science team to support the delivery of high quality, innovative teaching across our undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum.

Our Animal Science and Animal Management courses have seen substantial growth in student numbers on our most recently validated courses, with new and exciting content to deliver. The ideal candidates will have in-depth knowledge in one or more aspects of Animal Science, particularly in zoo and wildlife management, although applicants from a range of industry or academic backgrounds will be considered.

You should hold a Masters or PhD in Animal Science or a related subject, or be working towards a postgraduate qualification. Additionally, previous relevant academic, industry experience and an understanding of conducting academic research would be advantageous.  

Within this varied role, you will be required to design, implement, assess, support and evaluate learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will be part of well established, professional, experienced and supportive team of specialists, already teaching on a variety of programs.

You will be also expected to play a vital role in our commitment to widening participation and recruiting students from all backgrounds.

Benefits of working for Writtle University College include working on our beautiful main campus two miles from the city of Chelmsford, membership to Teachers Pension Scheme, 35 days annual leave plus bank holidays, access to our 24/7 staff employee assistance programme and reduced-price gym membership.

If you have any questions or for an informal discussion please contact Jarmila Bone, Head of Department of Animal Sciences, at jarmila.bone@writtle.ac.uk

This role will suit a full-time applicant, or equally someone looking for a fractional contract. Please clearly state on your application form how many hours you wish to apply for.

For an application pack, please visit https://writtle.ac.uk/Current-Opportunities to download an Application Pack, which includes an Application for Employment Form, and Job Description. Please send your completed Application Form to email: jobs@writtle.ac.uk. Should you have any queries, please contact the HR Department via email at HR@writtle.ac.uk or alternatively you can contact us via telephone on 01245 424208.

Closing date for applications: 30/05/2022       Interview dates: 08/06/2022

Writtle University College strives to be an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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