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Lecturer in Bioveterinary Science

Job details
Posting date: 09 October 2025
Salary: £48,822 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 08 November 2025
Location: ST5 5BG
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Keele University
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: KU00004761

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Summary

The Opportunity

The School of Life Sciences is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Bioveterinary Science to develop and maintain a leading research programme in any branch of veterinary science. They will also contribute to teaching, particularly the development and delivery of our new Bioveterinary Science undergraduate and postgraduate courses. This is a permanent position, representing a commitment to the long-term support and development of the successful candidate.

The School of Life Sciences has existing research strengths in infectious diseases of humans, plants and animals, bioengineering, entomology, biotechnology, neuroscience, and ecology. Our research is supported by a newly built insectary and containment level 2 and 3 laboratory suites. We benefit from close collaborations with the Harper & Keele Veterinary School and the Keele School of Medicine.

We are looking for an early career researcher with a genuine love for knowledge discovery, a capacity for innovation, and a strong collaborative ethic. You will have a Ph.D. in any field relating to veterinary science and a track record of academic achievement which demonstrates your potential to lead an independent programme of research within the school. A degree in veterinary science would be an advantage. You will be able to incorporate your knowledge, expertise and experiences into exciting learning opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate students.


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 12,500 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 equality 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.

Please note this appointment may be subject to medical clearance by the University’s Occupational Health provider.


How to Apply

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies

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 the Head of School Professor Pip Beard (p.m.beard@keele.ac.uk). Applications to this address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 16th November 2025

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