Senior Lecturer Medical Sciences
About This Role The Department of Biomedical Science and Physiology at the University of Wolverhampton is seeking to appoint a Senior Lecturer in Medical Sciences for the new Accelerated UG Medical Sciences degree course leader role.
Senior Lecturer Medical Sciences
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About This Role
The Department of Biomedical Science and Physiology at the University of Wolverhampton is seeking to appoint a Senior Lecturer in Medical Sciences for the new Accelerated UG Medical Sciences degree course leader role.
You will have a proven track record in academic leadership that will enable you to excel as a course leader, and to contribute to teaching, assessment, quality enhancement and curriculum development within the Department. We welcome applications from candidates from a clinical healthcare setting or those with an active research background. You must have expertise in a medical science discipline, and experience in anatomy and physiology and clinical skills education. You will be expected to teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate level and effectively deliver the key aspects of these areas through lectures, seminars, and practical and clinical skills classes, and be committed to providing an excellent student experience.
Preferably, you will be a member of relevant professional body and have a focus on continuous professional development. Applicants should have a first degree in a related discipline (or equivalent) and a PhD, or a MSc with significant clinical practice experience. You will preferably have a track record of research in a medical sciences area and will engage across a range of university wide research institutes and centres.
The Department has delivered a highly successful portfolio of PRSB\-accredited courses covering a range of undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes for over 30 years making a significant local impact on health outcomes and providing access to education. You will therefore have an enthusiasm for removing barriers to and widening participation in education. We have a well\-established academic team, and the University provides an excellent working environment to allow you to access continued career development.
Please see the job description and person specification relevant to the post of a Senior Lecturer Medical Sciences for full details of the post requirement
If you would like to discuss this role further please contact the Head of Biomedical Sciences and Physiology Dr Liz O’Gara (E.OGara@wlv.ac.uk), or the Head of the School of Pharmacy and Life Sciences, Prof Sabbir Ahmed (Sabbir.Ahmed@wlv.ac.
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Flexible Working
We recognise the value of flexible working arrangements and are open to discussion wherever possible.
Your Benefits:
Competitive salaries
Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
Long Service Recognition – £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 \& 40 years of service.
Free Will Writing Service – Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
IT \& Mobile Discounts – EE Perk (20% off for family \& friends) \& software discounts.
Supporting Your Health \& Wellbeing
Wellbeing and Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
Eyecare Support – Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
Flu Vouchers – Free flu vaccinations for staff.
Paycare Health Benefit Plan – Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
Chaplaincy \& Prayer Rooms – Access to multi\-faith chaplaincy services.
Valuing You:
Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
Flexible \& Agile Working – Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
Free On\-site Parking – available across campuses.
Cycle Benefits Scheme – Save up to 42% on a bike \& accessories via salary sacrifice.
Tusker Electric Vehicle Scheme – Electric cars via salary sacrifice.
Employee Discounts – Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
Travel Discounts – Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.
Training and Development
Staff Network and Inclusion – Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ\+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
Library Access – Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
Staff Scholarship Scheme – Funding for part\-time higher education, up to PhD level.
Leadership and Management Development – Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.
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