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Associate Professor of Biomedical Science
| Posting date: | 03 September 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £56,921 to £69,757 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 September 2024 |
| Location: | Derby, Derbyshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | University of Derby |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0200-24 |
Summary
We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.
The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.
We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.
Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.
About the role
We are looking for a Biomedical Scientist with research interests in cancer, infection, metabolism or neurodegenerative disease for the post of Associate Professor of Biomedical Science. As Associate Professor, you will be expected to be a major authority in your subject area with an international reputation and a proven track record of academic leadership. Your research should be internationally competitive, reflecting a track record of outputs that are internationally recognised and world-leading in terms of originality, significance and rigour. We encourage interdisciplinary portfolios, where high quality research can be linked to future Impact Case Studies. You will need to evidence your track record in developing and securing external funding, and you will also have a track record of successful recruitment and supervision of PhD students.
The role also involves contribution to teaching and learning across the Biomedical Discipline. As an Associate Professor, you will be expected to contribute to our mentoring scheme and the wider college and university professoriate. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake important leadership and / or management roles, including collaborations outside of the University with public and private partners, academic institutions, research funders, government agencies, non-government bodies and industry, in accordance with their chosen specialism.
Interview Date - 16th October 2024
Application Process
In order to meet the Associate Professor criteria, as evidence of your academic authority, you will need to demonstrate proven achievement against two criteria:
Significant achievement in at least one of either
Research or
Professional Practice or
Teaching & learning
and must also demonstrate
2. High level of achievement in relation to both
Professional Standing and
Senior leadership.
You will be expected to complete a short application online for the role through the University’s recruitment process and provide the following documentation:
(i) An up to date current curriculum vitae;
(ii) A supporting covering letter outlining your suitability to the underlying role requirement, and;
(iii) The names of two employment referees (including ideally, the last line manager)
In addition, in order to meet the Associate Professorial criteria, you will need to provide:
(iv) A written statement evidencing how you meet the criteria for the award of the title of Associate Professor.
(v) Please also include two appropriately qualified referees (of at least Associate Professor status) in relation to the Associate Professorial title.
Further information in relation to both (iv) and (v) can be found in the conferment handbook (attached).
Benefits
Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
Teacher’s Pension Scheme
Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
Discounted onsite gym
Discounted access to Devonshire Spa
Cycle to Work scheme
A flexible working environment
A commitment to personal and professional development
Key contact
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Myra Conway, Associate Provost - Innovation and Research via m.conway2@derby.ac.uk
For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk
This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£38,700 per annum).
If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if:
Your job is on the Immigration Skills List
You’re under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional training
You have a PhD level qualification that’s relevant to your job
You have a postdoctoral position in science or higher education
Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.
For more information, visit Applying from Overseas - How to apply for a job at the University of Derby - University of Derby
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.
The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.
We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.
Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.
About the role
We are looking for a Biomedical Scientist with research interests in cancer, infection, metabolism or neurodegenerative disease for the post of Associate Professor of Biomedical Science. As Associate Professor, you will be expected to be a major authority in your subject area with an international reputation and a proven track record of academic leadership. Your research should be internationally competitive, reflecting a track record of outputs that are internationally recognised and world-leading in terms of originality, significance and rigour. We encourage interdisciplinary portfolios, where high quality research can be linked to future Impact Case Studies. You will need to evidence your track record in developing and securing external funding, and you will also have a track record of successful recruitment and supervision of PhD students.
The role also involves contribution to teaching and learning across the Biomedical Discipline. As an Associate Professor, you will be expected to contribute to our mentoring scheme and the wider college and university professoriate. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake important leadership and / or management roles, including collaborations outside of the University with public and private partners, academic institutions, research funders, government agencies, non-government bodies and industry, in accordance with their chosen specialism.
Interview Date - 16th October 2024
Application Process
In order to meet the Associate Professor criteria, as evidence of your academic authority, you will need to demonstrate proven achievement against two criteria:
Significant achievement in at least one of either
Research or
Professional Practice or
Teaching & learning
and must also demonstrate
2. High level of achievement in relation to both
Professional Standing and
Senior leadership.
You will be expected to complete a short application online for the role through the University’s recruitment process and provide the following documentation:
(i) An up to date current curriculum vitae;
(ii) A supporting covering letter outlining your suitability to the underlying role requirement, and;
(iii) The names of two employment referees (including ideally, the last line manager)
In addition, in order to meet the Associate Professorial criteria, you will need to provide:
(iv) A written statement evidencing how you meet the criteria for the award of the title of Associate Professor.
(v) Please also include two appropriately qualified referees (of at least Associate Professor status) in relation to the Associate Professorial title.
Further information in relation to both (iv) and (v) can be found in the conferment handbook (attached).
Benefits
Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
Teacher’s Pension Scheme
Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
Discounted onsite gym
Discounted access to Devonshire Spa
Cycle to Work scheme
A flexible working environment
A commitment to personal and professional development
Key contact
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Myra Conway, Associate Provost - Innovation and Research via m.conway2@derby.ac.uk
For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk
This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£38,700 per annum).
If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if:
Your job is on the Immigration Skills List
You’re under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional training
You have a PhD level qualification that’s relevant to your job
You have a postdoctoral position in science or higher education
Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.
For more information, visit Applying from Overseas - How to apply for a job at the University of Derby - University of Derby
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.