Senior Lecturer in Translational Medicine - Fixed Term for 12 Months (Maternity Cover)

Join a growing Medical Sciences division shaping the future of healthcare

Are you passionate about delivering outstanding education, advancing translational research, and inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals?

The Division of Medical Sciences is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Lecturer in Translational Medicine to join our thriving academic team on a fixed term maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a successful portfolio of postgraduate programmes while helping shape innovative educational provision and developing impactful research.

About the role

You will play a key role in delivering and developing our successful postgraduate Translational Medicine programmes, which include specialist pathways in Diabetes, Orthopaedics, Respiratory Medicine and Oncology. You will also contribute to undergraduate teaching where appropriate. We are keen for applicants who can teach  biostatistics and research methods.

This is a varied academic role that combines teaching excellence, research, leadership and student support. You will work alongside a collaborative team of academics committed to providing an exceptional student experience while strengthening links with NHS and clinical partners.

What you will be doing

You will:

• Deliver engaging teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• Design and develop innovative learning and assessment activities.
• Lead and contribute to curriculum development within Translational Medicine.
• Supervise postgraduate research projects and dissertations.
• Provide academic and pastoral support to students.
• Lead postgraduate recruitment and admissions activities.
• Develop independent and collaborative research aligned with the Division's research strategy.
• Build partnerships with NHS organisations and external stakeholders.
• Take on module leadership and contribute to programme leadership where appropriate.

About you

We are looking for someone who brings both academic expertise and enthusiasm for education.

You will have:

• A PhD in a relevant discipline.
• A first degree in a relevant biomedical or medical science subject.
• Fellowship or membership of the Higher Education Academy, or equivalent professional recognition.
• Expertise in Translational Medicine or a closely related discipline.
• Expertise in Biostatistics and research methods.
• Experience of teaching in higher education.
• Experience supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
• A developing or established research profile with publications.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A commitment to delivering an outstanding student experience.
• The ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience of programme leadership, curriculum development and working with NHS partners would be advantageous.

Why join Medical Sciences?

This is an exciting time to join the Division of Medical Sciences as we continue to expand our educational portfolio, strengthen our research activity and develop innovative collaborations with healthcare partners.

You will become part of a supportive, ambitious and collaborative academic community where innovation is encouraged, excellence is recognised, and your contribution will have a genuine impact on both students and the future direction of the Division.

We offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities to develop your teaching and research career.
• Access to excellent facilities and growing clinical partnerships.
• A welcoming team committed to academic excellence and student success.

If you are an inspiring educator with a passion for Translational Medicine and a commitment to delivering exceptional teaching and research, we would be delighted to hear from you. For more information please contact Dr Claire Wilson C.Wilson01@chester.ac.uk.

Further Details:
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We encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants.

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