Senior Lecturer in Pharmacy Practice

We are seeking an enthusiastic independent prescribing pharmacist with expertise in applied pharmacy practice to join our team and contribute to teaching of undergraduate and foundation programmes run by the Department of Pharmacy. You will plan, develop and deliver high quality and innovative teaching and assessments in collaboration with a team of academics to deliver a vibrant education to our students that can be translated into real-world skills. The appointed candidate will also help support our growing experiential learning program and play a key role in calculation teaching and assessment. The role will require some administrative responsibilities and the supervision of undergraduate research projects.

The Person

You must have an MPharm degree or equivalent and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council with experience within one or multiple sectors of UK pharmacy or medical practice. You must also be a qualified independent prescriber. Teaching experience or qualification is desirable. The candidate needs to be able to engage with a diverse range of students to motivate and inspire them to perform at their best and be able to work within a team with other staff and colleagues in the School and Faculty.

Applicants must meet Kingston University’s learning and teaching standards. By the end of probation, you must achieve the relevant UKPSF recognition if not already obtained—either through our accredited Introduction to Learning and Teaching programme for new lecturers or the Kingston Academic Practice Standards framework for experienced educators.

Further information

This is a part time (14.80 hours per week), permanent position with a starting salary of £19,787.20 per annum (40% pro rata to £49,468 per annum).

Interviews are expected to be held on w/c 22 September 2025.

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Reem Kayyali, Head of Department of Pharmacy. 

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

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