Lecturer (School of Biosciences)
| Posting date: | 26 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £41,064 to £56,535 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 December 2025 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Aston University |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1341-25 |
Summary
The School of Biosciences at Aston University is a dynamic community with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, accredited Biomedical Science, Biological Sciences, Biomedicine, and Biochemistry programmes. We are committed to excellent student support, innovative teaching, and partnerships with the NHS and industry. This fixed-term post offers an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team dedicated to pedagogic innovation, programme enhancement, and providing an outstanding student experience. Aston University offers a supportive environment for teaching-focused staff, including opportunities for pedagogic research, leadership development, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
The post-holder will contribute to teaching and assessment across undergraduate and postgraduate Biosciences programmes. Responsibilities include leading and teaching modules, curriculum development, academic and pastoral support, and quality assurance processes. The role also involves pedagogic scholarship, external engagement activities, and participation in School citizenship, such as open days and committees. This maternity-cover post provides a chance to shape and enhance the student learning experience.
Candidates must hold a relevant degree and a recognised teaching qualification (or HEA Fellowship) with proven experience in high-quality teaching and assessment within Biosciences. Essential skills include designing engaging learning materials, leading modules, supporting students, and contributing to curriculum enhancement. Applicants should have strong communication and organisational skills, experience using VLEs such as Blackboard, and the ability to apply pedagogic research to teaching practice. Experience in designing practical classes, delivering teaching in areas such as Haematology, Transfusion Science, Microbiology, Physiology, or Anatomy, and supporting external engagement activities would be advantageous.
A satisfactory DBS clearance is required for this role.
For informal discussions, contact Dr Joanne Gough, Biosciences Associate Dean Education (J.R.Gough@aston.ac.uk), or Professor Alan Goddard, Head of Biosciences (A.Goddard@aston.ac.uk).
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role. Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting. See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
The post-holder will contribute to teaching and assessment across undergraduate and postgraduate Biosciences programmes. Responsibilities include leading and teaching modules, curriculum development, academic and pastoral support, and quality assurance processes. The role also involves pedagogic scholarship, external engagement activities, and participation in School citizenship, such as open days and committees. This maternity-cover post provides a chance to shape and enhance the student learning experience.
Candidates must hold a relevant degree and a recognised teaching qualification (or HEA Fellowship) with proven experience in high-quality teaching and assessment within Biosciences. Essential skills include designing engaging learning materials, leading modules, supporting students, and contributing to curriculum enhancement. Applicants should have strong communication and organisational skills, experience using VLEs such as Blackboard, and the ability to apply pedagogic research to teaching practice. Experience in designing practical classes, delivering teaching in areas such as Haematology, Transfusion Science, Microbiology, Physiology, or Anatomy, and supporting external engagement activities would be advantageous.
A satisfactory DBS clearance is required for this role.
For informal discussions, contact Dr Joanne Gough, Biosciences Associate Dean Education (J.R.Gough@aston.ac.uk), or Professor Alan Goddard, Head of Biosciences (A.Goddard@aston.ac.uk).
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role. Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting. See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
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