Lecturer (x4) or Senior Lecturer (x1) in Psychology - FTC for 2 Years

University of Chester - Division of Psychology

2-year fixed term contract

Base: Chester

About the Role

We are seeking a Lecturer to join the Division of Psychology, which has a proud record of excellent research-informed teaching. You will contribute to teaching on our suite of BPS accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, as well as our other postgraduate taught provision. You will be an integral part of the academic life of this busy, friendly Division, our Faculty, and to the University as a whole. You will be expected to contribute to our research and knowledge exchange activities and engage with the wider research community. This role provides an outstanding opportunity for career development.

About You

As we are committed to providing an excellent student experience, we are looking for an enthusiastic professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will have a degree in Psychology, will have a PhD or professional doctorate in the area of Research Methods, Cyberpsychology, Health or Forensic Psychology, and will have or be developing a promising research profile in psychology and should have experience of teaching on BPS accredited programmes. To be successful in this role you will work with students as partners, using your subject knowledge, research and/or practical expertise, to enhance their experience whilst studying with us.

Rewards & Benefits

By joining us you will be able to engage in continued professional development, by taking up some of the many opportunities within the Division and wider University community. You will receive a full academic induction, have the opportunity to be enrolled on our teaching and learning course (as appropriate), and benefit from university events such as our annual Research Festival, Teaching and Learning Conference, Diversity Festival, and the University Festival of Ideas. The Division of Psychology runs a research seminar series to help all staff maintain currency in a broad range of topics in the discipline, and to facilitate networking with fellow psychologists from across the UK.

About Us

The Division of Psychology focuses on high quality teaching emphasising the application of psychological knowledge to real world contexts. The University of Chester has a long and proud history as an institution of Higher Education. The college which would become the University of Chester was founded in 1839. The University of Chester now has over 14,000 students, drawn from the United Kingdom, Europe and further afield. We are located on an attractive campus within walking distance of the City Centre. Chester itself is a beautiful, historic city. Its location means that we have easy access both to other cities and to beautiful countryside.

The University of Chester values the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

You are welcome to email or phone the Head of Division, Dr Kevin Hochard, for an informal chat about the post on k.hochard@chester.ac.uk or 01244 513100.