Lecturer in Psychology - 2 Posts (Forensic and Developmental Psychology)

About the School of Psychology

The School of Psychology is a large, dynamic department with an excellent reputation for both teaching and research. Our portfolio includes BPS-accredited undergraduate programmes and a wide range of postgraduate taught courses, including Health Psychology. In REF 2021, the school was ranked 37th nationally for research power and was the fourth largest submission from a Post-92 institution. Our staff currently hold substantial research grants from major funders including; Wellcome, NIHR, ESRC, BA, NHS Trusts, and charities. Since REF2021, we have produced over 800 publications and received more than 6,000 citations, reflecting the value and reach of our scholarly output.

What we’re looking for

We are seeking to appoint two new lecturers, one in developmental psychology and one in forensic psychology, to contribute to our BPS accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You will be responsible for the delivery of a range of high-quality teaching materials and associated student assessment activities and will contribute to the planning, design and development of modules and programmes and curriculum changes. You will play a key role in establishing an independent research portfolio within the parameters of the school/department research portfolio, and engage in relevant research, professional and knowledge exchange activities as well as having input into administrative duties as required.

We are seeking enthusiastic and committed individuals with a PhD in Psychology or equivalent qualification/experience relevant to the discipline. You will bring strong research and/or applied experience, along with the ability to teach forensic psychology at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lectures, tutorials, seminars and the supervision of postgraduate research. A dedication to delivering an exceptional student experience, combined with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, will be essential in supporting our continued development and growth.

This is a key moment to join a welcoming, ambitious, and research-informed university community that places students at the heart of everything we do. We value and invest in our staff, offering meaningful opportunities for professional development, scholarship support, and clear internal promotion routes.

For further information about what we offer and to apply, please click on 'Apply' above.

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