"Lecturer in Psychology"

City St George’s, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George’s, University of London into one institution.

The combined university is one of the largest suppliers of the health workforce in the capital, as well as one of the largest higher education destinations for London students.

Combining a breadth of disciplines across health, business, law, creativity, communications, science and technology, we are creating a ‘health powerhouse’ for students, researchers, the NHS and partners in uniting a world-leading specialist health university. We are now one of the UK’s largest health educators, where staff and students have access to an expanded team of brilliant academic and professional services colleagues, combined resources and facilities and more interdisciplinary opportunities.

The merger creates opportunities to generate significant change in the world of healthcare including changes to treatment, population health monitoring, workforce development and leadership, policy, and advocacy.

Background

We are seeking to appoint eight Lecturers in Psychology (0.6 FTE) to join our department, to primarily, although not exclusively, to work within the Research Methods teaching teams.

The postholders will contribute to teaching, marking and student support, under supervision of Module Leaders, across existing and new academic programmes in the department of psychology and neuroscience to enhance student learning and support the delivery of research methods training; to support academic staff through assistance with curriculum delivery and academic assessment.

Responsibilities

Deliver and contribute to high-quality teaching, assessment, and curriculum development within defined programmes. Collaborate with colleagues to ensure excellent student learning experiences, informed by research and scholarship. Engage in quality assurance, course development, and accreditation activities. Support student needs through effective teaching and assessment. Contribute to academic administration, outreach, and recruitment. Share best practice and participate in school and university activities. Support the development of educational leadership, and contribute to the wider academic and professional community.

Person Specification

A minimum 2:2 honours degree and postgraduate qualification (minimum merit) in Psychology or Education. Strong knowledge of research methods and the core BPS Psychology curriculum. Experience in teaching or supporting learning, with proven ability to apply quantitative and/or qualitative methods. Skilled communicator with strong organisational abilities, able to adapt teaching for diverse learners. Demonstrates engagement with the UK Professional Standards Framework and working towards (or holds) HEA Fellowship. Committed to inclusive practice, professional development, and collaborative academic work.

Additional Information

Closing date: 3rd September 2025 at 11:59pm. The selection process will involve an interview. Further details will be confirmed at the interview stage. To apply and for more information about the post please use the links below. City St George’s offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development. City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors. We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background. City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. The University of business, practice and the professions.