Lecturer in Medicinal Chemistry (0.4 FTE)

Salary on appointment will be £48,822 per annum (pro rata), with an annual increment up to £56,535 per annum (pro rata)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ATS Lecturer in Medicinal Chemistry in the School of Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology to deliver lectures and seminars and carry out teaching-related duties.

Successful applicants will be expected to contribute to teaching, teaching related administration, assessment and student support for both M.Pharm. and B.Sc. in Pharmacology and Drug Discovery degrees, focussing on medicinal chemistry, drug design and development, organic synthesis and including laboratory-based teaching.

A first degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area with experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and student assessment at all levels including coursework, examinations and undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations is essential. Relevant enterprise and engagement activities would be advantageous.

We would welcome applications from pharmacists in current patient-facing practice with strong interest in drug discovery who are interested in a career within academia.

This part-time (0.4 FTE) post is available from 2 March 2026 on a fixed term basis until 30 September 2027. 

Further information on our great benefits package, including 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and additional University Customary days (pro rata for part-time), can be found on our benefits page.   

Closing date: 30 January 2026 

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