Job Description
This is an exceptional moment to join Northumbria University's forensic science community. We are recruiting Lecturers as part of a strategic expansion that will see up to 10 new appointments across all career stages, building critical mass and research capacity at a time of significant institutional investment.
You will contribute to forensic science teaching and learning, develop your scholarly profile, and support an excellent student experience—all within a newly-formed School with state-of-the-art facilities and strong institutional support.
Why This Role, Why Now
The School Of Geography And Natural Science Is At An Inflection Point. Following Major Institutional Investment And Strategic Reorganisation, We Are Building One Of The UK's Leading Forensic Science Research Groups. This Is a Rare Opportunity To
* Contribute to teaching and learning in forensic science, developing curriculum and student experience
* Contribute to the development of degree programmes and the enhancement of teaching practice
* Benefit from mentoring and support as part of a growing team—we welcome group hire applications
* Access dedicated facilities including a Crime Scene House, in-house multi-omics capabilities (genomics, metabolomics, proteomics), high-performance computing for bioinformatics, and expert technical support
What We're Looking For
For these roles we seek enthusiastic educators with relevant professional knowledge or emerging research activity, committed to delivering excellent forensic science teaching and to developing their academic career.
We Are Particularly Interested In Candidates With Expertise In
* Professional forensic science practice—streamlined forensic reporting, expert witness testimony, and courtroom experience
* Forensic analysis and interpretation—biological, chemical, digital, or trace evidence
* Allied disciplines—forensic genomics, metabolomics, proteomics, environmental forensics, wildlife crime, or digital investigation
This list is not exhaustive. We encourage applications from candidates whose work complements or extends our existing strengths. The role description and person specification for this role can be found here.
Essential Requirements
* A first degree in a relevant discipline and specialist knowledge gained through a PhD or equivalent professional practice
* Experience contributing to high-quality academic or professional teaching, learning, and assessment in forensic science or related disciplines
* Demonstrable potential and evidence of ability to contribute to high-quality teaching and learning in forensic science or related disciplines
* Commitment to supporting an excellent and inclusive student experience
What We Offer
* Academic leadership opportunities in a growing School during a period of strategic investment
* Competitive salary
* Access to research funding, mentorship programmes, and career development support
* State-of-the-art facilities including dedicated Crime Scene House, multi-omics laboratories, and high-performance computing
* Supportive, collegial culture with Athena SWAN Bronze award and commitment to diversity and inclusion
* Excellent pension schemes, flexible working arrangements, generous holiday entitlement
* Relocation assistance available for successful candidates—we welcome applications from the UK and internationally
How To Apply
* A covering letter explaining your interest and fit for the role
* Full CV including research and education statements
* List of research funding (with grant title, funder, amount, and your role)
* Your four best research outputs since 2021
* PDFs of your top two publications
Informal Enquiries
For informal discussions about this role or group hire opportunities, please contact Professor Andy Shepherd, Head of School.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Northumbria University holds Athena SWAN Bronze, HR Excellence in Research, and Disability Confident awards. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.
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