Senior Lecturer in Paramedic Science
| Posting date: | 30 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £46,049 to £58,225 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 April 2026 |
| Location: | Hatfield, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Hertfordshire |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REQ000725 |
Summary
Post Title: Senior Lecturer in Paramedic Science
SBU/Department: School of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences
FTE: 0.4FTE (working 14.8 hours per week) - 1.0FTE (working 37 hours per week) (There is the potential for flexibility with FTE on this post with the potential for a higher or lower FTE)
Duration of Contract: Permanent
Salary: UH8 £46,049pa pro rata to £58,225pa pro rata by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days pro rata plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane Campus, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Main duties and responsibilities
You will be responsible for the teaching and assessment of undergraduate/postgraduate paramedic students at the University or at their placement or place of work. You will utilise the current evidence-base to underpin teaching and learning activities. You may participate in development and reviews of programmes including inter-professional developments across the School and contribute to curriculum developments; including development, delivery and teaching on short courses, modules and programmes.
You will contribute to the administration of the School by undertaking additional roles, such as being a module lead and joining teams involved in activities such as admissions, timetabling or pastoral support. You will also be expected to undertake and contribute to paramedic research. You will liaise with and maintain good relationships with academic, administrative, technical and clinical colleagues.
Skills and experience required
You will be an experienced practising paramedic with the HCPC with recent academic and/or clinical experience in the UK or equivalent. You will have a broad experience of relevant paramedic practice. Your application will demonstrate a sustained interest and knowledge of contemporary paramedic practice. It is essential that you have good oral and written communication skills and proficiency in English language. You will demonstrate a willingness to undertake paramedic research and be able to work effectively as part of a team. You will be able to work without close supervision, organise yourself and others, take initiative and be self-motivating, and be adaptable to change and flexible to team and workload requirements. Being willing to contribute to inter-professional teaching and learning activities, with an interest in evidence-based healthcare is key.
Qualifications required
You will be educated with a minimum of a Master’s degree or be working towards a Master’s degree (or equivalent level 7 qualification) in a relevant subject. It is essential that you are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Paramedic.
DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE
Our commitment to the University’s Safeguarding Policy requires that the recruitment of staff in this area, will require the minimum of a Basic DBS Check. In the course of our work and University-led activities, there may be external contractual obligations where a further Enhanced Check is required. DBS checks may require renewal in line with policy.
Overseas applicants and UK applicants who have lived abroad
Successful applicants who have lived outside the UK, for 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total), in the last 10 years, will be required to produce a ‘Certificate of Good Character/Conduct’ from each of those countries.
Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.
Internal applicants – please ensure you apply via your employee self-service portal.
An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.
Please note, this post cannot be visa sponsored unless you can evidence a good honours first degree plus a PhD / Doctorate. A criminal record check may also be required.
Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Alex Ulrich, Professional Lead Paramedic Science (email a.ulrich2@herts.ac.uk) or Dr Vida Douglas, Head of Department (email v.douglas@herts.ac.uk).
Closing date: 13 April 2026
Interview date: TBC
Reference number: REQ000725
Date advert placed: 30 March 2026
Our vision at the University of Hertfordshire is to transform lives and we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in line with the University’s Race Equality Charter Bronze award and the School of Health and Social Work’s Athena SWAN Silver award. We are a Disability Confident committed and equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from individuals who identify as male and from BAME candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in the senior academic team. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts
SBU/Department: School of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences
FTE: 0.4FTE (working 14.8 hours per week) - 1.0FTE (working 37 hours per week) (There is the potential for flexibility with FTE on this post with the potential for a higher or lower FTE)
Duration of Contract: Permanent
Salary: UH8 £46,049pa pro rata to £58,225pa pro rata by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days pro rata plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane Campus, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Main duties and responsibilities
You will be responsible for the teaching and assessment of undergraduate/postgraduate paramedic students at the University or at their placement or place of work. You will utilise the current evidence-base to underpin teaching and learning activities. You may participate in development and reviews of programmes including inter-professional developments across the School and contribute to curriculum developments; including development, delivery and teaching on short courses, modules and programmes.
You will contribute to the administration of the School by undertaking additional roles, such as being a module lead and joining teams involved in activities such as admissions, timetabling or pastoral support. You will also be expected to undertake and contribute to paramedic research. You will liaise with and maintain good relationships with academic, administrative, technical and clinical colleagues.
Skills and experience required
You will be an experienced practising paramedic with the HCPC with recent academic and/or clinical experience in the UK or equivalent. You will have a broad experience of relevant paramedic practice. Your application will demonstrate a sustained interest and knowledge of contemporary paramedic practice. It is essential that you have good oral and written communication skills and proficiency in English language. You will demonstrate a willingness to undertake paramedic research and be able to work effectively as part of a team. You will be able to work without close supervision, organise yourself and others, take initiative and be self-motivating, and be adaptable to change and flexible to team and workload requirements. Being willing to contribute to inter-professional teaching and learning activities, with an interest in evidence-based healthcare is key.
Qualifications required
You will be educated with a minimum of a Master’s degree or be working towards a Master’s degree (or equivalent level 7 qualification) in a relevant subject. It is essential that you are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Paramedic.
DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE
Our commitment to the University’s Safeguarding Policy requires that the recruitment of staff in this area, will require the minimum of a Basic DBS Check. In the course of our work and University-led activities, there may be external contractual obligations where a further Enhanced Check is required. DBS checks may require renewal in line with policy.
Overseas applicants and UK applicants who have lived abroad
Successful applicants who have lived outside the UK, for 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total), in the last 10 years, will be required to produce a ‘Certificate of Good Character/Conduct’ from each of those countries.
Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.
Internal applicants – please ensure you apply via your employee self-service portal.
An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.
Please note, this post cannot be visa sponsored unless you can evidence a good honours first degree plus a PhD / Doctorate. A criminal record check may also be required.
Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Alex Ulrich, Professional Lead Paramedic Science (email a.ulrich2@herts.ac.uk) or Dr Vida Douglas, Head of Department (email v.douglas@herts.ac.uk).
Closing date: 13 April 2026
Interview date: TBC
Reference number: REQ000725
Date advert placed: 30 March 2026
Our vision at the University of Hertfordshire is to transform lives and we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in line with the University’s Race Equality Charter Bronze award and the School of Health and Social Work’s Athena SWAN Silver award. We are a Disability Confident committed and equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from individuals who identify as male and from BAME candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in the senior academic team. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts
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