"Lecturer in Paramedic Science"

Lecturer in Paramedic Science

University of Hull

We are seeking to appoint Lecturer in Paramedic Science - JR102173 and JR101480 are being advertised in conjunction with each other and only one post will be appointed to. If you would like to be considered for both, you will need to submit 2 separate applications for each position and please state this in your cover letter and ensure your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria for each.

The Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) is a well-established centre for education, research and scholarly activity in health care and is committed to driving innovation and improving the wellbeing of society. Working in close partnership with local and national health and social care providers, the Faculty delivers high quality, research informed and practice focused programmes that prepare the next generation of health professionals for real world challenges. Our faculty’s main base is on the main University Cottingham Road campus, and the Lecturer post sits within the School of Health Care which incorporates Nursing and Midwifery, Paramedical, Peri-operative and Advanced Practice. The schools aim to be national leaders in innovative health professional education, leadership and enterprise, and is leading the future of education through immersive simulated practice learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a strong culture of inclusivity, sustainability and excellence across Nursing and Midwifery, Paramedical, Peri-operative and Advanced Practice disciplines.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities of the post
This band 8 Lecturer role will primarily contribute to our existing Paramedic science programme and on occasions this will also include Nursing, Allied Health Professions (AHP) and Advanced Practice. This role will support the development and delivery of teaching and learning that reflects the nature of modern health care. As part of this, the postholder will work collaboratively with colleagues to expand the faculty’s simulation portfolio, ensuring innovative, evidence informed approaches are embedded across programmes to reflect authentic clinical complexity and interprofessional practice. We are seeking an experienced academic and practitioner, who can bring clinical expertise and professional insight to the academic environment. Applicants will be a registered Paramedic with the HCPC and should hold some level 7 education in a relevant subject area. Experience in teaching and a recognised Advance HE accreditation would be advantageous but not essential.

The role also offers excellent academic career developmental opportunities to the successful candidate. The FHS is supported by an internationally renowned professoriate and embraces a commitment to continuing professional development. Additionally, it encourages all academic staff to enhance their teaching skills through the development of scholarly activity. The post aligns with regional and national workforce development priorities to strengthen acute and advanced practice education. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the high-quality learning experiences that prepare the next generation of practitioners to meet the evolving demands of the health and social care across the region.

Please note this role requires DBS clearance.

Please upload a CV and cover letter describing how you meet the person specification for this job in the Resume/CV section of the online application form. For more information regarding the specific duties for the role please view the job description here. Applications are assessed by the selection panel according to these criteria.

If you'd like to discuss the role informally, please email Timothy Butterill, T.Butterill@hull.ac.uk.