Academic Developer in Online Education (Senior Lecturer)

Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

La Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine cherche un Academic Developer pour mener le développement des programmes d'enseignement en ligne. Ce rôle exige une expertise en pédagogie et en gestion de l'enseignement à distance, visant à offrir une expérience d'apprentissage de qualité aux étudiants du monde entier. Rejoignez une institution réputée pour son impact dans la santé mondiale.

Benefits

30 jours de congé annuel

Jours de Noël supplémentaires

Pensions d'occupation généreuses

Travail agile

Programme 'cycle to work' soutenu par le gouvernement

Adhésion à prix réduit au Centre Sportif de l'Université de Liverpool

Qualifications

• Expérience en conception et gestion de programmes en ligne.
• Connaissances des principes pédagogiques en enseignement en ligne.
• Fellowship Senior de l'Advance HE ou éligibilité.

Responsibilities

• Concevoir des programmes d'enseignement en ligne alignés sur la stratégie éducative.
• Assurer l'excellence pédagogique de l'enseignement en ligne.
• Former et soutenir le personnel sur les pratiques d'enseignement en ligne.

Skills

Curriculum design

Online education

Student engagement

Education

Good honours degree or professional qualification

Job description

Academic Developer in Online Education (Senior Lecturer)

Job ID:

105289

Job Type:

Permanent

Category:

Specialist

Educations:

GCSE

Posted:

2025-06-02

Location:

Liverpool | United Kingdom

Job Views:

3

Job Description:

Job information

Job Description:

Job information Academic Developer in Online Education (Senior Lecturer) from the Company Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, this latest Academic Developer in Online Education (Senior Lecturer) job vacancy is located in the city Liverpool located in the country United Kingdom . This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate GCSE . Job Vacancies in this Specialist field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

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Reference:MAY20258284Expiry date:10:29, Fri, 6th Jun 2025Location:LiverpoolSalary:£60,907.00 - £74,910.00 Per AnnumBenefits:30 days holiday + Christmas closure

Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is a globally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Recently ranked in the top 5.3% of universities in the world, we are proud of the work we do and the impact this has on the people who need our help most. Headquartered in the heart of Liverpool, with colleagues working all around the world, we are on a mission to improve health outcomes in disadvantaged populations globally, through partnership in research and education.

We are seeking an experienced Academic Developer with a strong background in online education to lead the diversification and enhancement of our online taught provision. The successful candidate will work across our online MSc and Postgraduate Diploma-level programmes and collaborate with colleagues throughout the Faculty of Education and beyond to promote effective, research-informed online teaching practices that support an excellent student experience. This is an exciting opportunity to shape LSTM's online education strategy and help deliver a flexible, high-quality learning experience to students around the globe.

The postholder will play a key leadership role in developing new programmes, enhancing existing ones, and ensuring pedagogical excellence across all modes of delivery. They will bring a track record of designing, developing and managing online education and the ability to lead institutional change through collaborative practice.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Thursday 10th July

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and delivery of online taught programmes (MSc or Diploma or short CPD courses) that align with LSTM's Education Strategy and meet the needs of a diverse global student population.

• Ensuring all programme development is pedagogically sound, evidence-based, and aligned with LSTM's broader education initiatives and strategic priorities.

• Creating and documenting best practices in online programme design, from storyboarding to implementation, and developing staff guidance resources and development sessions to support colleagues.

• Working with LSTM's Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) team and Student Experience team to embed innovation and support a vibrant, inclusive online learning community.

• Providing academic development and staff training to enhance online and hybrid learning practices across the institution.

• Supporting quality assurance and review processes, ensuring that online teaching meets institutional standards and student expectations.

• Undertaking research or scholarly activity in partnership with colleagues in the Faculty of Education to support the development of evidence-based online pedagogy.

• Appraising opportunities for strategic development of new online courses, based on data insights, sector trends and LSTM's mission.

The successful candidate will possess:

• A good honours degree or professional qualification in a relevant area.

• Experience and track record of designing, developing and managing online programmes at undergraduate or postgraduate level.

• Extensive knowledge of pedagogical principles underlying effective online teaching and assessment.

• Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (Advance HE), or eligibility to apply within 6 months of appointment.

• Specialist knowledge in curriculum design, student engagement, assessment and feedback in online education.

• Experience of delivering online postgraduate/professional teaching.

(For a full list of essential and desirable criteria please refer to the job description and person specification.)

In return we offer:

• A salary of £60,907 - £74,910 depending on experience

• 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and additional Christmas closure days

• Generous occupational pension schemes

• Agile working

• Government backed “cycle to work” scheme

• Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports Centre

• Plus, a host of additional family friendly policies

Application Process:

To apply for the position please click on the apply link and upload your CV and Covering Letter.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role.

Informal conversations can be had with Dr Christos Petichakis: [e-mail]

Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM

We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

We welcome conversations about flexible working; and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers.

About LSTM

Founded in 1898 and the oldest of its kind in the world, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Through the creation of effective links with governments, NGOs, private organisations and global institutions and by responding to the health needs of communities, LSTM aims to promote improved health, particularly for people of the less developed/resource poorest countries in the tropics and sub-tropics.

LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies.

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Closed Date : 2025-07-02