Part Time Lecturer in Physiotherapy

Job Summary

At Robert Gordon University(RGU) we are proud of our excellence in education, and we are offering an opportunity to join our team as a Lecturer in Physiotherapy.

RGU is an innovative, inclusive, and ambitious University, focused on the impact of its demand-led teaching and research. RGU delivers a high-quality vocational education and relevant curriculum which provides learners with the skills they require to thrive throughout their careers. As a result, the university has a reputation for producing graduates that are highly sought after by employers.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the team to develop and consolidate our innovative Physiotherapy programmes to ensure our graduates are ready to meet the needs of a changing health care environment.

What we can offer you:

• A part-time, permanent position of 7 hours per week.
• A competitive salary, excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave allowance.
• Up to 50% hybrid working, around teaching commitments in line with our current policy.
• You will be supported to engage in scholarship and research for your professional and personal development.
• We are an equal opportunities employer.
• We are committed to the health and wellbeing of our staff and to the sustainability of our environment.

What we are looking for:

A background in physiotherapy is required with experience of musculoskeletal physiotherapy, beneficial. An ability to teach in other clinical areas is useful.

You will be involved in the preparation and delivery of teaching material, development of the curriculum across the physiotherapy portfolio and will be actively encouraged to participate in scholarship. Part of the role will involve assessment of students on practice placement and liaison with Practice Educators.

Grade 7 Salary Scale: £39,906 - 46,049
Grade 8 Salary Scale: £47,389 – 56,535

Salary on appointment will be dependent upon experience.

Candidates with limited or no prior experience as an academic will be placed on the first point of the Grade 7 scale. Consideration will be given to offering an Academic Attraction Payment (adjusted annually) for those candidates who have specific industry knowledge, skills or, expertise which are required for the position.

Please see the job attachments for further information regarding the Grade 7 and Grade 8 criteria.  Further guidance on Academic Attraction Payments can be found here.

In keeping with RGU's commitment to work/life balance you will have the opportunity to work from home for a portion of the working week, but you must be in a position to deliver teaching on campus to meet the requirements of the course. You also will benefit from a generous pension scheme, 46 days (pro rata) annual leave, onsite nursery, sports centre as well as a range of voluntary health and travel benefits.

We are committed to attracting and engaging a diverse range of staff and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome, comfortable to express their ideas, and can reach their full potential. For more information, please visit Our Diverse Workforce pages.

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