Senior Lecturer in Pharmacy and Health Services Research

The University of Manchester is seeking to recruit a Senior Lecturer to join the Division of Pharmacy and Optometry. We are looking for a passionate and innovative individual to lead an independent research programme in pharmacy practice, workforce, and education.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership to the Drug Usage and Pharmacy Practice (DUPP) group, secure external research funding, and publish in internationally recognized journals. Additionally, they will supervise PhD students, manage externally funded research projects, and collaborate across the School of Health Sciences and the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health to foster interdisciplinary research. The role will also involve contributing to the design and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant social science subject or strong evidence of social science training and experience if a pharmacist. You should have an established record of high-quality, peer-reviewed research publications and successful research leadership. Proven ability to secure external research funding, excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team are essential. Join us in making a significant impact on pharmacy practice and health services research at The University of Manchester.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.

Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Ellen Schafheutle

Email: ellen.schafheutle@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support: jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

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