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Lecturer (Pharmacology) (AP12675) - Bath, BA2 7AYAbout the roleWe are seeking a proactive, self-motivated and collegiate Lecturer in Pharmacology to assist in the delivery of our undergraduate pharmacology, pharmacy and bioscience programmes. Our Department and University has achieved an excellent reputation for teaching, and we are seeking a high quality candidate to further enhance the academic and employability skills of our students.This will involve teaching small groups, lecturing, delivery of practical classes and supporting students on undergraduate/postgraduate courses as well as administrative, assessment and exam duties as required. This post will support learning and teaching in the subject area of pharmacology.This is a full-time, fixed term contract for 12 months.The job purpose can be summarised as follows:To plan and deliver taught programmes of education and support student learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level (as appropriate). This will include preparation of teaching material, lectures, tutorials, laboratory classes assessment and marking of coursework.To play a role in developing the teaching culture and student experience of the University.To provide teaching-related management and administrative duties.Whilst it is expected that teaching will be informed by research/professional expertise, there is no research component to this role.We are seeking:A collegiate, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with a commitment to excellence in higher education and providing a high-quality experience for our studentsDemonstrable depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise in PharmacologyExcellent communication skillsA strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, mirroring the Universitys valuesAbout the departmentThe Department of Life Sciences at the University of Bath was recently formed through the merger of the departments of Biology & Biochemistry and Pharmacy & Pharmacology. It has over 90 academic staff across a broad range of disciplines including, biochemistry, cell & developmental biology, evolution, genetics, immunology microbiology, pharmacology, pharmaceutical pharmacy and structural biology. The vast majority of research within the merged departments was rated as 4 or 3 in the last (REF2021) assessment.Staff are encouraged to engage in continuous professional development activities, such as fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, as well as having an understanding of discipline-specific issues in relation to teaching and/or supporting learning.For informal enquiries please contact Prof Sarah Bailey (Head of Pharmacology Group), S.Bailey@bath.ac.uk or Dr Zo Burke (Director of Teaching), bsszdb@bath.ac.uk . However, please ensure your application is submitted via the University website.Alongside completion of the online application form, you should also upload a full Curriculum Vitae.What we can offer you:We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.Free counselling services through Health AssuredCycle to work schemeElectric vehicle salary sacrifice schemeStaff discount at Team Bath gymStaff discounts on postgraduate tuition feesStaff discount on language coursesGenerous employer contributory pension schemesGenerous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balanceA wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and moreFree entry to the Holburne Museum in BathLocal discounts and moreA family-friendly workplaceAn excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforceRelocation allowanceVisa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expensesWe are committed to continually expanding our benefits to better support you and enhance your experience with us. Find out more about our benefits.Find out from our staff what makes the University of Bath a great place to work. Follow us @UniofBath and @UniofBathJobs on X for more information. Closing Date: 25 May 2025 Department: Education & Research Salary: 38,249 to 45,413