Job Number
BU03773
School/Department
North Wales Medical School
Grade
7
Salary Information
Salary: £37,099 - £44,263 p.a. (Grade 7)
Contract Duration
Permanent
Responsible to
Head of School
Closing Date
03-06-2025
As part of our commitment to the continued expansion of pharmacy and medicine at Bangor University, the newly formed North Wales Medical School seeks to appoint a Lecturer in Cancer Biology & Pharmacology to contribute to the development of our growing portfolio of research and programmes in medical, pharmaceutical and health sciences. Applications are invited from candidates with a PhD (or be near completion) and postdoctoral research experience in cancer cell biology, pharmacology, translational biomarker discovery, cell therapy, immuno-oncology, or related discipline. Candidates with research interests aligned with our established research centres are particularly welcomed.
Research and collaboration opportunities exist across the NWMS and within the North West Cancer Research Institute which houses well-equipped research laboratories, focused on the molecular mechanisms underlying cancer and translational research to improve cancer detection and treatment. The post-holder will also be expected to contribute to teaching undergraduate programmes as directed by the Head of School.
The post is full-time and permanent, and the successful candidate will be expected to commence as soon as practical. Applications will also be considered to carry out this role on a part-time or job share basis.
This role will be located on campus at Bangor. Through our Dynamic Working framework, there will also be the option to spend some time working remotely (although remaining in the UK) to support work life balance, which will be discussed further with candidates at interview.
Applications will only be accepted via our on-line recruitment website, jobs.bangor.ac.uk. However, in cases of access issues due to disability, paper application forms are available by telephoning 01248 383865.
Interested applicants are invited to contact Dr Jonathan Blank, Centre Lead for the North West Cancer Research Institute, e-mail j.blank@bangor.ac.uk or Professor Stephen Doughty, Professor of Pharmacy and Head of North Wales Medical School, e-mail s.doughty@bangor.ac.uk, for an informal conversation prior to submission of an application.
Closing date for applications: 03 June 2025
Interviews for this position are to be held as soon as possible following the closing date.
Committed to Equal Opportunities.
Overview
Founded in 1884, Bangor University has a long tradition of academic excellence and a strong focus on the student experience. Around 10,000 students currently study at the University, with teaching staff based within ten Academic Schools. Bangor University’s research has been ranked highly in the Government’s most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF2021), with 85% judged to be world-leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*). Bangor’s research in Allied Health Professions, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy is ranked 15th overall in the UK. The University has been consistently successful in the National Student Survey results and is regularly amongst the UK’s top 10 Universities for student satisfaction (excluding specialist institutions).
The Project
College of Medicine and Health
The College of Medicine and Health has a track record of world-leading teaching and research excellence and high levels of student satisfaction. The College provides professional training across a wide range of medical and health professions, in addition to a range of core foundational research activities which underpin the College’s Schools’ contributions to medical and health research and research methods, translational biomedical sciences, psychology and neuroscience, preventive health, rehabilitation, clinical intervention, and human performance and applied physiology. In addition, the College boasts excellent teaching and research facilities.
North Wales Medical School
The North Wales Medical School is the focus for medical, biomedical, and pharmaceutical education and research at Bangor University. The school has a portfolio of programmes that continues to expand. These include the BSc in Pharmacology (first year of intake, 2023), Bangor University’s independent Medicine degree from 2024, and Pharmacy degree from 2025. The School’s research centres span medicines evaluation and optimisation, primary and palliative care, clinical trials, health economics, and cancer biology and pharmacology.
North West Cancer Research Institute (NWCRI)
The NWCRI Forms Part Of The NWMS And Focuses On The Molecular Mechanisms Underlying Cancer, Including Replication Stress, DNA Damage-repair, And Metabolic Reprogramming. The Postholder Will Be Supported By The NWCRI Which Includes a UKRI Future Leader Fellow And Success In Gaining Venture Capital Investment For Commercialization Of Biomarker And Drug Discoveries. Group Leaders At NWCRI Are Part Of The Wales Cancer Research Centre, Providing Collaboration And Funding Opportunities Within The Region. The University’s Newly Established Nuclear Futures Institute Provides Further Opportunities To Explore Research Synergies In Radiopharmaceutical Drug Development For Cancer Treatment. The New Postholder Will Have The Opportunity To Develop Collaborative Research Projects In Areas Of Existing Expertise Within The NWCRI, Including
Cancer biology: Mechanistic cancer discovery research, leading to identification of novel tumour cell vulnerabilities that can be exploited via the development of novel precision therapies. In relation to cellular repair of DNA damage induced by radiotherapy, research is focused on the study of the cancer cell response to therapeutic doses of radiation and DNA damaging chemotherapeutic drugs, and the identification of methods to improve radiation responses.
Anti-cancer pharmacology: Early phase discovery of novel precision anti-cancer agents, based on CRISPR screening systems in tandem with Next Generation Sequencing (e.g., drug candidates targeting MRE11, MRNIP and BRACHYURY) and on targeting vulnerabilities in cancer metabolism. In relation to drug toxicity, assays are being developed to assess the genotoxic impact of important anti-cancer (gemcitabine) and anti-viral (remdesivir and molnupiravir) nucleoside analogues.
Purpose of the Job
* To conduct and report on biomedical research of an international standard in cell biology, with substantial evidence of quality and international peer recognition.
* To teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including supervision of research projects and students
* To provide pastoral and academic support to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
* To undertake School and College leadership roles and other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Head of School of the North Wales Medical School.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Working with the Head of the North Wales Medical School, the post-holder will:
Research Duties
* Undertake collaborative research with colleagues within the North Wales Medical School, North West Cancer Research Institute, and external partners and networks.
* Manage one’s own research projects, with an emphasis on research output of a quality and quantity to contribute positively to the esteem and resources generated by Research Excellence Framework.
* Identifying sources of future funding and contribution to the process of successfully securing funds.
* Engage in scholarly and other relevant professional activities (e.g. Reviewer and/or referee for academic journals, contributor to academic conferences).
* Supervision of research students to completion within a range from undergraduate up to PhD level.
Teaching Duties
* Plan, prepare and deliver lectures and tutorials, responding effectively to a variety of student backgrounds, learning styles and class sizes.
* Motivate students to proactive engagement in learning and provide meaningful and constructive feedback on the quality of their work.
* Act as personal tutor to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Participate and plan the development of new teaching and learning materials.
* Initiate and take forward the development of new programmes.
Administrative And Wider Contribution Duties
* Participate in the student recruitment and induction procedures of the School (e.g. School and University Open Days).
* Contribute to the School’s management and participate in the administration of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes (e.g. organisation of exams, contribute to accreditation/QA procedures (if module co-ordinator).
* Contribute to the marketing of programmes by participating in School and College link activities and other marketing initiatives.
* Undertake other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Head of School.
Other Duties And Responsibilities
* The post holder will be expected to participate in performance review and developmental activities.
* The post holder will be expected to comply with the University equal opportunities policies, Dignity at Work and Study Policy and the University’s Welsh Language Policy and the Welsh Language Standards.
* The post holder has a general and legal duty of care in relation to health, safety and wellbeing and must take all reasonable steps to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for him/her self and for other members of staff, students and visitors affected by his/her actions or inactions. The post holder is also required to comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments.
* The post holder must comply with relevant legal and financial policies and procedures and be aware of their responsibilities in terms of the legal requirements of their posts.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
* PhD (or be near completion) and postdoctoral research experience in cancer cell biology, pharmacology, translational biomarker discovery, cell therapy, immuno-oncology, or related discipline.
Desirable
* minimum of 3 years substantial teaching experience for conversion to HEA Fellowship within 3 years of appointment or hold a PGCertHE teaching qualification (or equivalent) and / or HEA Fellowship recognition.
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
* Capability to develop and manage research projects, and a record of publication of molecular cell biology research in learned journals.
* Experience of teaching at higher education level with evidence of successful student learning outcomes.
Desirable
* Evidence of applying for and attracting and securing external funding for research.
* Experience of module development and delivery in higher education.
* Experience of supervising undergraduate and postgraduate projects.
Skills/Abilities
Essential
* Ability to demonstrate innovative and exciting approaches to teaching and biomedical research.
* Excellent verbal and written skills and demonstrable IT Skills as required (e.g. VLE techniques and other forms of learning technologies).
* Demonstrate an ability to communicate clearly in English, conveying ideas and concepts both verbally and in writing to a diverse audience.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team and on own initiative.
* Demonstrate the ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines.
Desirable
* The ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh is desirable for this role. If applicants are not able to speak/write in Welsh at present, there are many opportunities to learn if the successful candidate wishes to do so.
General
The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We strive to develop a workforce from all sections of the community regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. We promote and facilitate the use of the Welsh language through our progressive Welsh Language Policy. We comply with the Welsh Language Standards and are committed to equality of opportunity. You are welcome to apply for any job in English or Welsh and all applications submitted will be treated equally.
We are a member of Advance HE's Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter and hold a Silver award in recognition of our commitment to and progress towards gender equality within the University's policies, practices, and culture. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.
All members of staff have a duty to ensure their actions are in line with the overall environmental aims of the University and minimise their environmental impact.
All offers are made subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of satisfactory references.
We have a legal responsibility to ensure that you have the right to work in the UK before you can start working for us. When you apply for this post you will be required to explain the basis upon which you believe you will able to live and work in the UK legally on the commencement date of the role should your application be successful. If you do not have the right to work freely in any position in the UK already, any offer of employment we will make to you will be subject to you obtaining a right to work visa. The following link provides information on the various visa routes into employment and the eligibility requirements (including switching visa status where permissible) https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas. If you are successful in your application we will discuss visa options with you at the time of making the offer of employment.
Candidates should also note that they may be required to apply for an ATAS certificate (Academic Approval Technology Scheme) from the Counter-Proliferation and Arms Control Centre of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office before being able to apply for a visa - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/academic-technology-approval-scheme.
Please note that, in the event of applications being received from candidates on the University's Redeployment Register with a reasonable skills match to the post specification, these applicants will be given prior consideration.
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