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The School of Social Sciences at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) is seeking to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Psychology (1.0 FTE) for a 12‑month fixed‑term post. We welcome applications from candidates with expertise across core areas of Psychology, with preference for those able to contribute to teaching and supervision in Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology, and/or Health Psychology, and confident using Qualitative Research Methods.
The successful applicant will have experience of teaching on British Psychological Society (BPS)–accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and a commitment to high‑quality, inclusive and innovative learning, teaching, assessment, and supervision.
Appointment will be made at Lecturer (G grade) or Senior Lecturer (H grade) level depending on qualifications and experience.
About You
You will join an enthusiastic and supportive team within the Department of Psychology, contributing to our undergraduate and postgraduate Psychology programmes. You will be able to teach and assess across BPS‑accredited core areas, with particular strengths in clinical, health and/or qualitative approaches, and to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertation projects.
You will also contribute to the development and enhancement of engaging learning experiences for our diverse student community.
Where is this role based?
This post is based at our lively Frenchay campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed.
Why UWE Bristol?
We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in Bristol, one of the UK’s most exciting and forward‑thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners.
We offer a wide range of employee benefits, including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave, a career‑average pension scheme, retail savings, an onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development. We also provide a tailored professional programme to support our academic colleagues in delivering the highest professional teaching standards.
Our Commitment to Diversity
UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community. We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, and we’re always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. We particularly encourage applications from global majority candidates, and as a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.
Further Information
If you would like to speak to us to find out more about this role, please contact Dr Jennie Ferrell, Associate Director (Psychology), on 0117 32 82917 or email: jennie.ferrell@uwe.ac.uk.
This is a fixed‑term (12 months) post and full‑time working on a 1.0 FTE contract.
Right to Work in the UK
The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK; please refer to the Home Office Right to Work Checklist for information on which documents are acceptable. We are unable to provide sponsorship under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route and do not cover any visa or health surcharge costs.
Advice to Applicants
We’d love to hear from you – if you are excited about this opportunity please complete our application form as soon as possible. Tell us how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role by describing how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the Job Description, and include specific examples wherever possible.
Once we have completed shortlisting we will let you know the outcome of your application by email, so please check your inbox for updates.
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Education and Training
* Industry: Higher Education
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