Lecturer in Pharmaceutics

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer in Pharmaceutics to join the department of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences. You will contribute to the educational activities including delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Pharmaceutical Science. In this role you will plan, develop, and deliver high-quality, inclusive and innovative teaching and assessments in collaboration with academics within the team. You will also be expected to develop, sustain and implement a progressive research plan, which contributes to the evidence-base of research in the subject discipline. The role will require some administrative responsibilities and the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.

The Person

You will have a first degree in Pharmaceutical Science or a related degree, with a Formulation/Pharmaceutics focussed PhD. Teaching experience is desirable, but we also would strongly applications from individuals with industry experience, particularly within regulatory affairs. 

You will use your teaching, research, industry experience to promote practical knowledge to students that they will take with them in their future studies and career. Constantly seeking to improve, you will scrutinise your own work and work collaboratively to enhance the Faculty and School’s reputation in higher education and occupational circles. Students at Kingston University come from a broad range of backgrounds and educational experiences and the person undertaking this position will play a key role in allowing such students to realise their potential.

We would like the individual to contribute to teaching topic areas in Pharmaceutics, formulation and regulatory affairs. We would welcome passionate educators that can equip students with real-world skills and contribute to Kingston University’s vision to remain firmly at the forefront of embedding future skills in the curriculum to prepare graduates for career success. You will contribute to the personal tutor scheme, offering pastoral support to students and helping them develop their academic and professional skills.

Directorate/Function

The department of Chemical and Pharmaceutical sciences belongs within the wider School of Life Sciences, Pharmacy and Chemistry (Schools and departments in the Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education | Kingston University London)

Further information

This is a full-time, permanent position with a starting salary of £45,025 per annum. 

Interviews are expected to be held on Tuesday 5th May 2026.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Baljit Kaur Thatti, Head of Department of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. 

To apply click on the ‘Apply’ button above. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email jobs@kingston.ac.uk or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.

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