Applied Science Lecturer (Biology)

QA Higher Education; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate (£45/hour)

Job summary

QA Higher Education Pathway College at Northumbria University in Newcastle is seeking experienced Biology and Chemistry Lecturers to join our academic team.

You will deliver high-quality teaching to a diverse higher education student community, supporting development of scientific knowledge and academic skills, with opportunities to teach across both subjects. The role features a collaborative environment and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree and Master’s degree, or equivalent relevant experience, in Biology with teaching experience in higher or further education.
• Undergraduate degree and Master’s degree, or equivalent relevant experience, in Chemistry with teaching experience in higher or further education.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver Biology or Chemistry and related applied science modules.
• Deliver engaging face-to-face teaching to students with a range of backgrounds and abilities.
• Mark and assess student work against agreed academic standards and deadlines.
• Provide clear, constructive feedback and academic guidance.
• Support students individually and in groups through academic support and tutorship.
• Develop and update course content and teaching materials.
• Use our Virtual Learning Environment to share resources and communicate with students.
• Contribute to curriculum development, moderation and academic quality-assurance processes.
• Work collaboratively with academic colleagues and wider teams.

Skills

Biology teaching

Chemistry teaching

Face-to-face teaching

Assessment skills

Feedback provision

Curriculum development

Digital learning platforms

Team collaboration

Education

Biology degree & Master's in Biology or related

Chemistry degree & Master's in Chemistry or related

Tools

Virtual Learning Environment

Job description

Location: QA Higher Education Pathway College, Northumbria University, Newcastle

Vetting requirement: Enhanced Disclosure

About the Role

We're looking for experienced Biology and Chemistry Lecturers to join our academic team at our Pathway College based at Northumbria University in Newcastle.

You'll deliver engaging, high-quality teaching to a diverse higher education student community, supporting students to develop the scientific knowledge, academic skills and confidence needed to progress with their studies.

We welcome applications from lecturers specialising in either Biology or Chemistry, as well as those able to teach across both disciplines or broader applied science subjects.

What You’ll Be Doing

Depending on your subject specialism, you'll:

• Plan, prepare and deliver Biology or Chemistry and related applied science modules.
• Deliver engaging face-to-face teaching to students with a range of backgrounds and abilities.
• Mark and assess student work against agreed academic standards and deadlines.
• Provide clear, constructive feedback and academic guidance.
• Support students individually and in groups through academic support and tutorship.
• Develop and update course content and teaching materials.
• Use our Virtual Learning Environment to share resources and communicate with students.
• Contribute to curriculum development, moderation and academic quality-assurance processes.
• Work collaboratively with academic colleagues and wider teams.

About You

Biology

You'll have an undergraduate degree and Master's degree, or equivalent relevant experience, in Biology, Biological Sciences or a closely related discipline, alongside experience teaching Biology within further or higher education.

Chemistry

You'll have an undergraduate degree and Master's degree, or equivalent relevant experience, in Chemistry or a closely related discipline, alongside experience teaching Chemistry within further or higher education.

For both disciplines, you'll also have:

• Experience delivering face-to-face teaching and assessing student work.
• Strong subject knowledge relevant to the modules being delivered.
• The ability to explain complex scientific concepts clearly and engagingly.
• Confidence using digital learning platforms.
• An understanding of academic assessment and quality assurance.
• A willingness to complete an Enhanced Disclosure check before your formal start date is confirmed.

A PGCE, recognised teaching qualification or Fellowship of Advance HE would be advantageous, as would experience of curriculum development or teaching within a university partnership/pathway environment.

£45 per hour