We are seeking an experienced individual to join our team as a Senior Lecturer and establish a new teaching laboratory in the Hull and South Yorkshire Region. In this role, you will establish and manage a team of associate lecturers and laboratory technicians who deliver post graduate laboratory training courses for industry and academic partners. The Senior lecturer and their team of associate lecturers play a pivotal part in delivering a range of comprehensive molecular biology or mammalian cell culture courses that offer hands‑on experiences with various techniques and methodologies. If you are passionate about research and have a desire to educate and inspire adult learners, we encourage you to apply for this exciting position. This role includes allocated time for CPD and conference attendance.
REPORTS TO: Regional Manager
£38,000 – £42,000 per annum plus £300 per day for optional weekend overtime
Location
Hull / South Yorkshire
Key Responsibilities
Management
* Work with the Regional Manager to identify and establish a new laboratory in the region.
* Responsibility for scientist recruitment and science team management (associate lecturers and laboratory technicians) including regular review of workload and progress.
* Responsibility for laboratory and teaching budgets.
* Responsibility for waste management.
* Opportunity to work with Senior lecturers across other regions to develop wider team development.
Teaching (23 weeks per year or 230 learners per year)
* Provide teaching of mammalian cell culture, ELISA, Western Blotting, Microbiology, or PCR techniques as required.
* Use a variety of pedagogical techniques, such as small group teaching, practical work, student‑centered learning, building on prior learning, skills and experience.
Health & Safety
* Create and review all related risk assessments and make amendments in line with the relevant guidance.
* Ensure technicians, students and lecturing staff understand and follow laboratory health and safety.
* Ensure all team members complete the relevant health and safety assessments.
Administration and Pastoral Work (23 days per year)
* Complete assessments of students in line with company policies and the relevant qualification body guidelines.
* Contribute to formative and summative feedback and tasks related to student’s work.
* Provide pastoral support and references to students during and after courses.
* Contribute to student admissions processes including interviews and selection panels.
Curriculum Development and Quality Assurance (30 days per year)
* Create and update written course materials and assessments, so they are fit for purpose and where necessary, conform to the regulations of awarding bodies.
* Engage with feedback on teaching to enhance quality and learner experience.
* Adopt reflective pedagogical practices and share learned experiences with the team to improve delivery and assessment.
* Attend standardisation and moderation meetings as and when required.
* Work with the Quality Assurance Manager to ensure the quality of course materials including assessments.
* Ensure that course equipment has been tested and any problems addressed so that courses are fit for purpose.
* Attend external conferences, training and COPD events.
Competency Criteria
Qualifications, Training & Knowledge
* PhD in a relevant biological science – Essential
* Understanding and ability to undertake research – Essential
* PGCE or equivalent – Desirable
Experience
* 2+ years of experience in Molecular Biology, Immunology, Cell Biology, or Microbiology – Essential
* Experienced in lecturing/teaching – Desirable
* Experience in a regulated laboratory environment – Desirable
* Experience in scientific project development & planning – Essential
Skills & Behaviors
* Strong communication skills with proven ability to use them to convey complex information to students and colleagues – Essential
* Shows confidence in communication with external stakeholders and funding bodies – Essential
* Well‑developed organisational skills with the ability to coordinate a team, ensuring appropriate cover is provided – Essential
* Strong ability to take initiative and work without supervision – Essential
* Confidence in making decisions within area of expertise – Essential
* Able to work efficiently and co‑operatively as part of a team – Essential
* Ability to review documentation and make amendments appropriately within set guidelines – EssentialStrong negotiation skills, with ability to reach agreements – Essential
* Ability to analyse and solve problems – Essential
* Ability to work calmly under pressure, and adapt readily to changing circumstances – Essential
Company Benefits
Employee Assistance Programme
Benefits Available after 1 years’ Service.
House Loan Scheme
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Package
Enhanced Sickness and Absence Pay
Enhanced holiday package after 5 years and 10 years’ service
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