Lecturer in Psychology

Grade 7a Salary Range £41,064 - £47,389 (Incremental progression)  

Full Time Indefinite

The Opportunity

The School of Psychology at Keele University is seeking to appoint an early career colleague to the post of Lecturer in Psychology. This is a permanent position, representing a commitment to the long-term support and development of the successful candidate.

You will have a PhD in Psychology and expertise in an area of the discipline. We are particularly looking for colleagues with interests related to exercise or health psychology areas. You will be able to incorporate your knowledge, expertise and experiences into exciting learning opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

The School of Psychology works within a framework of open science and it is expected that the successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to these principles. Colleagues in the School are supported by excellent facilities, which you can explore here: https://www.keele.ac.uk/psychology/aboutus/equipmentandfacilities/

The Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:  

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade  (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave  
• Excellent staff pension scheme   
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development   
• On site ‘outstanding’ nursery    
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site  
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible. 

The University

Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience.  With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 15,000 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research.  Further information can be found at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/

Keele University values equity and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

How to Apply

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please click the 'Apply' button above. 

Keele University employees wishing to apply should login to Employee Self Service and click on the 'View current vacancies' link.

For informal enquiries may be addressed to Prof. Abigail Locke on a.j.locke@keele.ac.uk. Applications to this address will not be accepted. 

Closing Date 10 May 2026

Interviews will be held on: 04 June 2026

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