Lecturer in Molecular Exercise Physiology

The Post

We are looking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic lecturer who has teaching experience in human physiology and molecular exercise physiology, with research and supervision experience in areas such as molecular biology of skeletal muscle growth/atrophy, and/or molecular physiology linked to nutrition or physical activity interventions. The successful applicant will work with existing Faculty groups to deliver excellence in teaching to our BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science programme. They will help build on our success in research and contribute to delivery of the University's strategic plan. The post available is on a Teaching and Research (T&R) basis.

The successful candidate will have relevant subject knowledge and expertise and a PhD in a relevant discipline. Applicants are expected to demonstrate a proven track record in teaching and research and are expected to undertake research activity leading to funding proposals and high-quality research outputs. A recognised teaching qualification is desirable.

Description of Duties

• Engage in individual and collaborative research, which aligns to the strategic direction of the University, establish a distinctive programme of research and disseminate results through regular publication in high impact journals, books and conference proceedings
• Identify appropriate sources of funding, prepare research proposals for funding bodies and manage grants awarded
• Supervise research students and staff as required, providing direction, support and guidance
• Design, teach and assess a range of teaching and learning, supervision and assessment activities across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes including online/digital programmes where required

Essential Criteria

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant discipline

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Established track record of high quality published research
• A record of involvement in applications for external funding for research and/or knowledge transfer
• Experience of supervising dissertation projects across the range of undergraduate/ postgraduate and of supervising doctoral students

For further information, including a full description of duties, essential criteria and details on how to apply, please see Vacancy details | About | University of Stirling

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