Associate Lecturer in Organic Chemistry (Education Focused)

1000scholars; St Andrews; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

USS Pension (14.5%)

Hybrid working

Staff discounts

Free staff parking

Cycle to Work

Leave: 34 days + 5 holidays

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

University of St Andrews invites applications for an Associate Lecturer in Organic Chemistry (Education Focused). This fixed-term 12-month position covers staff research leave. You will teach undergraduate Organic Chemistry, assess work, and help deliver the undergraduate programme, with potential postgraduate contributions.

The package includes relocation support (eligibility), USS Pension (14.5% employer contribution), hybrid work, staff discounts, and extensive leave and development benefits.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry required.
• Experience teaching Organic Chemistry preferred.
• Duties include delivering teaching and assessing student work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate teaching in Organic Chemistry.
• Assess student work and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to the delivery of the undergraduate programme; potential involvement in postgraduate courses.

Skills

Teaching experience Organic Chemistry

Assessment & feedback

Curriculum delivery

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Job description

# Associate Lecturer in Organic Chemistry (Education Focused)University of St AndrewsSt Andrews, United KingdomLecturer / TeachingOrganic Chemistry29 days left## About the positionFixed Term for 12 monthsThe School of Chemistry invites applications for the position of Associate Lecturer in Organic Chemistry (Education Focused). This is a fixed-term position for 12 months to cover a period of staff research leave.Applicants will have a PhD in Chemistry and, ideally, previous teaching experience in the field of Organic Chemistry.The successful applicant will deliver teaching to undergraduate in organic chemistry and there may be opportunities to contribute to postgraduate courses. In addition, the successful candidate will assess student work and progress and provide constructive feedback and contribute to the delivery of the undergraduate programme in Chemistry.St Andrews offers more than just a place to work it is a place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we are committed to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at their best.In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews. The package for the Associate Lecturer in Organic Chemistry includes:* Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility)* Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution of 14.5%* A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance* Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services* Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel* Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme* 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter.We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people.Closing Date: 27 November 2026Interview Date: 21 January 2027Please quote ref: AOAC7905RXJob Description: AOAC7905RXFPs.pdf£38,784 to £44,746 per annumThis listing was collected from a public source and is reproduced here forinformation only. Always confirm the details on the original posting before applying. View the original postingApply on the source siteTakes you to University of St Andrews.Deadline: 27 Nov 2026Duration: Full Time, Fixed-Term/ContractPosted: 29 Oct 2026Institution: University of St AndrewsLocation: St Andrews, United KingdomSalary: GBP 38,784 to 44,746 / year