Location Stratford Campus
Salary starting from £44,577 per annum inclusive of London Weighting
Post Type Full Time
Post Type Permanent
Closing Date Monday 23 September 2024
Interview Date To be confirmed
Reference 2015-24-A
University of East London
Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers- first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We're committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.
If you are seeking a career that combines innovative education with a passion for crafting positive change, look no further than the University of East London. Founded in 1898 to meet the skills needs of the 2nd industrial revolution, we're now in Year 6 of our ground-breaking 10-year Vision 2028 strategic plan, orchestrated by our Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Amanda Broderick.
Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We are committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a sustainable, inclusive, and green future.
But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us shape the future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for generating positive change. We're an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.
If you're ready to join a team that values your outstanding skills and perspectives and is dedicated to making a difference, we invite you to explore a career with us. We are excited to welcome versatile individuals who are committed to advancing their careers while making a positive impact on the world.
About Us
The Department of Psychology and Human Development comprises a diverse, student-focused team of academics who deliver high-quality BPS-accredited degrees in Psychology. In addition to the BSc Psychology, we also provide undergraduate degrees in Psychology with Child Development, Clinical and Community Psychology, Forensic Psychology, as well as a hugely popular MSc Psychology (conversion) course. Many of our courses can be taken by distance learners and our breadth of provision incorporates a Foundation course in Psychology as well as a thriving research-based PhD programme. Alongside excellence in teaching, we also boast of an impressive research profile; in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) the school was one of only four submissions to secure 100% 4 rating for research impact. We actively support colleagues to develop their research plans and to submit grant applications and top-rated journal articles.
About the job
This full-time lecturing role (1.0 FTE) requires the provision of top- quality learning experiences and administrative support for our student cohorts at both BSc and MSc levels. The work will include face-to-face teaching, online supplementary delivery where relevant, supervision of student research projects, setting and managing assessments, and providing academic advisory support in group and individual settings. The post requires expertise related to psychobiology. Applicants for Senior Lectureship will be required to evidence and to undertake significant leadership roles.
The role requires providing top-quality teaching and administrative support to our student cohorts. The work will include face-to-face teaching, online supplementary delivery where relevant, supervision of student research projects, setting and managing assessments, and providing academic advisory support in group and individual settings. The post requires expertise in Psychobiology.
About You
We are looking for an experienced lecturer to teach biopsychology and related scientific psychological approaches (quantitative research methods, health, mind sciences) at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. You will have a research background and interest in health-related biopsychology and/or cognition-related biopsychology (e.g., neuropsychology, addiction). You will already hold a relevant PhD.
Benefits Package
Here at UEL we understand it's about more than just a salary. It's about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We know the market rates for this vacancy and will offer a genuinely competitive salary DOE.
Beyond a competitive salary, We care deeply about your wellbeing and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Equal Opportunities
UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and are proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity achievements, including: zero gender pay gap, members of Stonewall and have won Athena Swan awards. We expect all employees of UEL to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.
So, if you'd like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and committed to success, we want you to apply today!
We're a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Ronke on 020 8223 2013 or email [email protected] for further details.
Further Details Job Description & Person Specification
To contact the recruitment team please phone+44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail [email protected]
CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.
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