Lecturer

University of Leicester - Psychology and Vision Sciences

Vacancy terms: Part-time, (0.8FTE, 30 hours per week), fixed-term contract for 12 months or until the return of the postholder, whichever is sooner

Hours per week: 30

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Lecturer (Teaching Focused) to join the School of Psychology and Vision Sciences. In this role, you will contribute to delivering high‑quality teaching across our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, drawing on your expertise to develop engaging session materials and assessments. You will play a key part in enhancing our curriculum, supporting student research, and ensuring an excellent educational experience for our diverse student community.

You will also have opportunities to contribute to pedagogical and/or psychological research within the School, sharing best practice and advancing teaching innovation across the University.

About you

You will hold a completed PhD (or near completion) in a relevant discipline and bring experience of delivering teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level, supported by evidence of strong student outcomes. Your expertise will complement or enhance existing strengths within the School, and you will be committed to designing high‑quality, research‑informed teaching that supports a positive student experience. A Fellowship of the HEA (or commitment to achieve this within an agreed timescale) is essential.

You will be an effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to student‑centred learning. Your ability to work collaboratively, engage with curriculum development, and support diverse learners will be key to your success in the role.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Tessa Webb on tmw3@leicester.ac.uk

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying.

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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