Teaching Associate (Biochemistry and Pharmacology) (Fixed Term)

Applications are invited for a Teaching Associate to be appointed to a joint post in the Department of Biochemistry and Department of Pharmacology. The post is available for 2 years, with view of starting from September 2025.

The role holder will be based in Central Cambridge and work will be working across both departments within the School of Biological Sciences that are closely associated with the Gurdon Institute, Cambridge Stem Cell Institute, MRC Toxicology Unit and provide many opportunities for interactions with the broader Cambridge community.

The role focuses primarily on delivery of teaching and examining but will also be involved in course development. For example, the Teaching Associate will be expected to plan, prepare and deliver lectures, seminars and practical classes, as well as contribute to curriculum design. The post holder will also set and mark examination papers and coursework, as well as writing essay feedback and thesis reports. The Teaching Associate will be expected to participate in relevant meetings and committees.

With this in mind, it is essential that applicants are able to demonstrate experience of successfully developing and delivering teaching at University level, such as lectures and seminars, practical classes, or smaller group work. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required to explain concepts and complex information to non-experts, develop and encourage the commitment to learn in others and to present material to a range of audiences. The role holder may also need to provide pastoral assistance to students although more in-depth issues would be referred to College Tutors in the first instance. Candidates should hold a PhD in a related area, or equivalent demonstrable experience and/or a teaching qualification as appropriate.

Interviews are expected to take place in July 2025.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

Prospective candidates are invited to contact the Acting Head of Department of Pharmacology, Professor Ewan St. John Smith, for informal enquires: hod@phar.cam.ac.uk.

Please ensure that in the "upload section" of the online application you upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter explaining your professional experience and fit for the role. If you upload any additional documents that have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

If you have any questions the application process, please contact our HR team (hr@phar.cam.ac.uk).

Please quote reference PL45735 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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