Lecturer in Paramedic science

We are seeking to appoint Lecturer in Paramedic Science - JR102173 and JR101480 are being advertised in conjunction with each other and only one post will be appointed to. If you would like to be considered for both, you will need to submit 2 separate applications for each position and please state this in your cover letter and ensure your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria for each.

The University of Hull is the fourteenth oldest university in England; as an internationally engaged, civic institution this strong history is paired with a vibrant and modern outlook. Our colleagues, students and partners have developed a renewed, ambitious and distinctive vision –to shape a fairer, brighter, carbon-neutral future for all. Our largest faculty (the Faculty of Health Sciences) aims to create a warm welcome to all those who study and work within our academic community. The atmosphere is collegial, supportive and committed to high academic standards. We enjoy a strong and rich relationship with our NHS partners founded on the premise that our students are their future healthcare workforce and as such are a vital and precious resource for society. On qualifying, many of our students move directly into employment with our partners and many senior roles in these organisations are filled by former students of the University of Hull.

Staff within our Schools of Nursing and Midwifery and Paramedical, Peri-operative and Advanced Practice work together to deliver undergraduate, degree apprenticeships and postgraduate courses. The University is committed to social justice and widening participation in higher education and this means we place a strong emphasis on access to professional education, offering flexible routes into our programmes. We attract students from across the UK and internationally and work alongside our local schools, partner colleges and health and social care provider organisations to promote healthcare professional careers to our local communities.

The BSc (hons) Paramedic Science aims to develop the paramedics of the future with the specialist skills and knowledge to work to deliver expert patient care. This programme combines the acquisition of underpinning knowledge with a diverse range of placement experiences. Following successful completion of the programme the student will gain the award of BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science and be eligible to apply to the Health and Care Professions Council for professional registration.

This vacancy offers excellent academic career developmental opportunities to the successful candidate. The FHS is supported by an internationally renowned professoriate and embraces a commitment to continuing professional development. Additionally, it encourages all academic staff to enhance their teaching skills through the development of scholarly activity related to clinical practice, policy or education.

This role requires DBS Clearance - Adult and Child Workforce.

Please upload a CV and cover letter describing how you meet the person specification for this job in the Resume/CV section of the online application form. For more information regarding the specific duties for the role please view the job description here. Applications are assessed by the selection panel according to these criteria.

If you'd like to discuss the role informally, please email Timothy Butterill, T.Butterill@hull.ac.uk.

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