Senior Lecturer in Psychology

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Department of Psychology for an experienced, innovative, and student‑centred Senior Lecturer in Psychology to contribute to the continued development, delivery and programme leadership of our undergraduate Psychology programmes at University College Birmingham.

We offer a suite of undergraduate and postgraduate Psychology degrees, and we are seeking an effective Senior Lecturer who will play a key role in leading undergraduate provision, shaping curriculum development, and delivering high‑quality teaching and learning.

As an evolving and ambitious department, you will be motivated by the creative possibilities this role offers. You will champion innovation and help lead transformational programmes that equip graduates with advanced knowledge and skills relevant to contemporary developments in Psychology.

In this role, you will deliver excellent teaching, learning, and student support across our Psychology programmes, enhancing the overall student experience and contributing to exceptional student outcomes.

You should be passionate about teaching Psychology in Higher Education and demonstrate an appreciation of the varied and applied nature of psychological theory in real‑world contexts. Experience of teaching in Higher Education is essential, as is an understanding of working to professional body standards on our BPS‑accredited Psychology degrees.

We particularly welcome applicants with expertise in areas such as Sport and Exercise Psychology, Health Psychology, or other applied Psychology fields.

If you wish to discuss this role, please contact Dr Helen McEwan Head of Department Psychology hmcewan@ucb.ac.uk

•  Generous allocation of annual leave
• • 38 days’ paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers’ Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions – 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology home and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Closing Date: 1 March 2026

Interview Dates: 19^th March 2026

UCB is an equal opportunities employer.

University College Birmingham is proud to be TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating

UCB has achieved the Investors in Diversity Bronze Award.

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement.

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education. 

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