Lecturer, Physiotherapy joint programme with CQMU
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OverviewThe University of Leicester School of Healthcare invites applications for a Lecturer in Physiotherapy. This role contributes to a unique dual award programme delivered in partnership with Chongqing Medical University (CQMU). You will play a key role in teaching and assessment across the BSc Physiotherapy (University of Leicester) and BSc Rehabilitation (CQMU) programmes, with regular travel to China as part of our flying faculty team. Teaching blocks in Chongqing are typically arranged in two to four visits per academic year, each lasting around three to four weeks.
You will be part of a dynamic and supportive academic team, delivering high-quality, research-inspired education across core domains including Musculoskeletal, Cardiorespiratory and Neurological Physiotherapy. In addition to teaching, you will contribute to curriculum development, student support, and academic leadership within the School. The University of Leicester is committed to inclusive and impactful education, and this role offers the chance to shape the future of physiotherapy training in an international context.
Responsibilities
* Teach and assess across the BSc Physiotherapy (University of Leicester) and BSc Rehabilitation (CQMU) programmes.
* Travel to China for approximately 10–12 weeks annually as part of the flying faculty team; teaching blocks in Chongqing typically involve two to four visits per academic year, each lasting around three to four weeks.
* Contribute to curriculum development, student support, and academic leadership within the School.
* Engage in research-inspired education and contribute to the development of international collaboration in physiotherapy training.
About You / Qualifications
* Registered Physiotherapist with the HCPC.
* Experience teaching within physiotherapy education.
* Clinical expertise spanning a range of core areas; ability to deliver engaging and innovative teaching both in-person and online.
* Fellowship of the HEA or equivalent teaching qualification is essential, or you must be willing to obtain one within a set timeframe.
* Prepared to travel to China for approximately 10–12 weeks annually.
* Passion for student-centred learning and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
* Ideally experience in curriculum design, international collaboration, and pedagogical scholarship.
Additional information
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Seth O’Neill at seth.oneill@leicester.ac.uk. Applications for job share will be considered.
About the employer
The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed equity, diversity and inclusion into our core missions of teaching and research, and we support staff, students and the local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
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