Lecturer in Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Full-time, fixed-term for one year, commencing 1st April 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Closing date: 23:59 Sunday, 8th March 2026.
Interviews will be held: Thursday, 19th March 2026.

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The School of Pharmacy is seeking a Lecturer in Pharmacology and Therapeutics to join the Pharmacology Division. For this teaching-focused post, the successful candidate joining our team will deliver high-quality teaching across our undergraduate Pharmacy (MPharm), BSc Pharmacology, and Physician Associate Studies (MPAS) programmes. The appointee will also engage with related teaching and administrative duties, including (but not limited to) module convening, assessment of coursework and examinations, supporting academic tutees, and recruitment activities. There will also be opportunities to undertake appropriate professional development.

The successful applicant will have:

• A PhD in an area of Pharmacology, Health Sciences, Biomedical Sciences or a related field, or an equivalent clinical qualification.
• Experience of small and/or large group teaching, assessment and feedback at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacology, biology and/or medical sciences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.

For full details of the role and applicant requirements, please refer to the job description and person specification (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button).

Interviews are expected to take place on 19th March 2026 and will be in person where possible. However, if attending an in-person interview is not possible due to circumstances, we will be happy to offer alternative arrangements online, including for applicants based outside of the UK.

We welcome applications from both external and internal candidates. As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role can be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Internal candidates should discuss this with their line manager prior to applying.

Contact Name: Dr Mark Dallas
Contact Job Title: Director of Pharmacology
Contact Email Address: m.dallas@reading.ac.uk

Alternative Contact Name: Dr Angela Bithell
Alternative Contact Job Title: Head of Pharmacy
Alternative Contact Email Address: a.bithell@reading.ac.uk

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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