Lecturer

Full-time: 35 hours per week  

Fixed-term: until  31^st  August 2026 

The School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences is seeking to appoint a teaching focused lecturer in Psychology on a full-time, fixed-term contract until 31^st of August 2026. 

The Opportunity

The University of Edinburgh Psychology Department seeks to appoint a teaching focused lecturer in Psychology, with the particular reference to supporting the teaching of Differential Psychology (such as personality and/or intelligence). The role holder will contribute to and manage the delivery and organisation of Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes in Psychology.  

Your skills and attributes for success 

• Experience of original research and teaching in a relevant area of Psychology, supported by a relevant qualification (normally a PhD or equivalent; pending assumed complete maybe consider at time of application). 
• Evidence of experience in teaching, indicative of commitment to and potential for excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.  
•  Engagement with the process of course/curriculum design and development. 
• Evidence of investigative research and publication activities, appropriate to career stage. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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