Lecturer in Geography

We are the University of Cumbria, a place where people are at the heart of all we do, where enriching the lives of our students, staff and the communities we serve means we make a difference that really matters.   

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.   

The Institute of Science and Environment is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Lecturer in Geography with knowledge and experience in subjects relevant to our existing programme and wider portfolio.  

We are looking for a highly motivated individual, keen to join an enthusiastic team with a passion for creating transformational learning experiences. You will be integral to the delivery of our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, as well as keen to contribute to future developments. Applications are especially encouraged from individuals with expertise in development, environmental or cultural geography who have strong expertise in geospatial technologies and GIS approaches. You will have an interest in, and ability to, complete research and publish in your chosen discipline field. Candidates should hold a relevant first degree and preferably a PhD as well as a genuine ability to facilitate learning in diverse contexts (class and field based).   

You will join a successful, practical and research informed teaching team with a reputation for innovation in course design and development. For those new to teaching, the University offers a PgC in Learning and Teaching for Higher Education. As one of the most research active Institutes in the University, we encourage and support all staff to continue to develop their personal research interests. This is supported by the existence of the Centre for National Parks & Protected Areas, which has sub-themes of Cultural Landscapes, Conservation & Ecology, Human-Nature Relations and Rural & Visitor Economy. 

The Institute is split across two sites, Ambleside and Carlisle, to suit the academic portfolio and delivery needs of the programmes. The academic portfolio provides a range of undergraduate programmes including Outdoor Leadership, Outdoor Adventure and Environmental Studies, Geography, Forestry and a range of Conservation programmes at our Ambleside Campus and Biomedical Science, Environmental Science and Zoology at our Carlisle Campus. Additionally, we have a developing postgraduate taught provision and a growing postgraduate research community. Our Geography programme is  delivered from Ambleside campus in the Heart of the Lake District National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site.   

Informal Enquiries: Helen Manns | Dean of the Institute of Science and Environment | Helen.Manns@cumbria.ac.uk 

We are seeking innovative, creative, high quality teachers, researchers, and scholars to foster a culture of exploration, discovery and intellectual challenge that generates international recognition, respect and engagement. 

In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package including 35 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, 25 research and scholarly activity days, support for professional development, support to achieve Higher Education Academy/Advance HE accreditation, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development.

For more information about the University, click here. 

We encourage applications from the broadest range of society, including all under-represented groups with particular emphasis on Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in our University and in comparison, to the sector.

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