Lecturer in Bioinformatics

University of West London; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern educational institution in the UK is seeking a Lecturer in Bioinformatics to teach on the MSc Bioinformatics course and engage in knowledge exchange activities. Applicants should hold a PhD in Bioinformatics or a related area with a strong research background. The role includes developing content for blended learning and delivering workshops and lectures. The institution values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable track record of research within the field.
• Ability to develop content and learning materials for blended learning.
• Engagement in workshops, seminars, lectures, and laboratory practicals.

Responsibilities

• Teach on the MSc Bioinformatics course and other relevant courses.
• Develop and deliver engaging content for the learning platform.
• Conduct research and contribute to knowledge exchange activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research in Bioinformatics

Engagement with blended learning

Education

PhD in Bioinformatics or related area

Job description

The University of West London (UWL) is ranked the best modern* university (non-specialist) in London in the Complete University Guide 2025.

We are ranked 30th university in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2025, Number 1 London university for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2024 and Best university for Student Experience and Teaching Quality in the UK in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.

The UWL community is a diverse body of students and staff who work together to create an environment of success and achievement. We celebrate the diversity of our staff and promote our values in practice through our commitment to inclusivity, progression, and success.

*University status awarded in or after 1992

The School

The School of Medicine and Biosciences was established in 2020 at the University of West London to provide a modern, research-driven learning environment. Our undergraduate courses offer an excellent scientific grounding combined with the most up-to-date, industry and sector relevant education in subjects that include Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacology, and Biological Sciences in line with University's unrivalled record in graduate employment. In addition, we host postgraduate taught courses in Dementia Care, Person-Centred Health and Social Care, and Bioinformatics that attract graduates working in range of settings including the NHS and industry.

We are looking for colleagues to join us whose expertise aligns with the School's priority areas and who can make a significant contribution to our teaching and knowledge exchange activities. The successful candidate will have a PhD in Bioinformatics or a related area and will be expected to teach on the MSc Bioinformatics course and on other courses as appropriate. This will include engaging with UWL's blended learning platform and developing content and learning material for it, and delivering workshops, seminars, lectures, and laboratory practicals. Members within the School are research active within areas that include translational medicine, cancer biology, antibiotics resistance, microbial genomics, bioinformatics, and dementia.

The Role

Lecturer in Bioinformatics

How to Apply

To apply click on 'Apply Online', fill out the application form and attach your CV and cover letter. Further information about the application process can be found here: https://jobs.uwl.ac.uk/display.aspx?id=1253&pid=0

Please email [e-mail] if you need any assistance with the application process.

Interviews are expected to be held Mid-September 2025.

For informal enquiries about the position please contact Prof Shanyu Tang, School of Medicine and Biosciences, [e-mail].

Additional Information

Read more about working at the University of West London at https://www.uwl.ac.uk/about-us/how-university-works/why-work-uwl

We welcome applications from individuals who do not have a fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA). Should you be successful and do not hold an HEA fellowship you will be asked to complete one within 2 years of appointment as a condition of your continued employment. Depending on eligibility this may take the form of an advanced Level 7 apprenticeship in teaching which means that you will spend 20% of your work in off-the-job study.

Our school is under-represented in terms of staff from minority ethnic backgrounds, of LGBTQIA+ identities, and with disabilities. UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.

This post is also available as a part time position.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

Applicants must hold or be close to completing a PhD in a relevant field with a demonstrable track record of research within the field.

We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.

The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.