Lecturer in Pharmacology & Physiology

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing School of Life Sciences, Pharmacy and Chemistry. You will join the department of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences where our educational activities include delivery of undergraduate degrees in Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Science. You will work closely with the Pharmacology and Bioscience course leaders to develop and deliver inclusive teaching and assessment to various Bioscience programmes at Level 3 through to Level 7.

We would like the individual to contribute to topic areas in Pharmacology, Physiology, and toxicology. We would welcome passionate educators that can equip students with real-world skills and contribute to Kingston University’s vision to remain firmly at the forefront of embedding future skills in the curriculum to prepare graduates for career success. You will contribute to the personal tutor scheme, offering pastoral support to students and helping them develop their academic and professional skills.

The Person

We are seeking a Pharmacologist with cross-disciplinary interests contributing to teaching across Levels 3 to 7 programmes. You will hold a doctorate in the field of or related to Pharmacology and have knowledge of basic human Physiology or an equivalent professional qualification. Knowledge and expertise in Toxicology or related areas would also be advantageous. On a personal level, to deliver exceptional teaching and support to our students will be your core motivation. We also welcome contributions to research in pharmacology or pedagogy for the life sciences.

You will use your teaching or research experience to promote practical knowledge to students that they will take with them in their future studies and career. Constantly seeking to improve, you will scrutinise your own work and work collaboratively to enhance the Faculty and School’s reputation in higher education and occupational circles. Students at Kingston University come from a broad range of backgrounds and educational experiences and the person undertaking this position will play a key role in allowing such students to realise their potential.

The faculty supports new members of staff to gain appropriate qualifications and are keen to support ongoing academic and professional development.

Further information

This is a full time, fixed term position for 2 years with a starting salary of £45,025 per annum.

Interviews are expected to be held on Monday 5 January 2026.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Baljit Thatti, Head of Department of Chemical & Pharmaceutical Sciences.

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