Lecturer in Occupational Safety and Health

University of Salford; Woking; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Salford is seeking a Lecturer in Occupational Safety and Health to lead curriculum development and provide excellent teaching to students. This role involves engaging in significant research activities and contributing to key programmes in health, safety, and environmental management. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including professional development opportunities and flexibility in working arrangements.

Benefits

32 days leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in Occupational Safety and Health or related field.
• Experience in teaching and developing curriculum.
• Ability to engage in innovative delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality teaching material.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student projects.
• Conduct individual and collaborative research projects.

Skills

Engagement in scholarly activities

Research development

Education

Relevant postgraduate degree

Job description

Lecturer in Occupational Safety and Health

We are currently seeking a Lecturer in in Occupational Safety & Health to develop and deliver high-quality teaching material across a range of modules or short programmes. The successful candidate will contribute to the planning, design, and development of programmes and will b expected to engage in scholarly activity and undertake high quality research.

To perform as Lecturer in Occupational Safety and Health, fostering further development of this important teaching and research area within the school through addressing topics aligned with the fields of environmental management, geography, health and wellbeing, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate and lead the development and delivery of taught programmes and/or research programmes, with innovative and engaging delivery and learning support.
• Act as a personal tutor, supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student projects, field trips and placements.
• Undertake individual and/or collaborative research projects of relevance to the School/University.

School and Subject Group Overview

The School of Science, Engineering and Environment (SEE) is a centre of discovery and innovation. With a broad portfolio across computer sciences, engineering, built environment and human and natural sciences, we are one of the largest schools within the University, home to over 6000 students and over 370 colleagues.

Our Research and Innovation Centres work together to collaborate around the worlds greatest challenges including Net Zero, Climate Change and Resilience, Healthy Living and Industry. Our focus is on translating our pioneering research into real-world impact for people and industry and our research is recognised as world leading.

The Geography and Environmental Management (GEM) team delivers a range of well-respected programmes at undergraduate and taught postgraduate levels. Our programmes carry accreditation from various professional bodies, including the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA), the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and the Royal Geographical Society (RGS). Current undergraduate teaching is centred around Environmental Management and Geography. Postgraduate teaching includes programmes in Environmental Assessment and Management, Sustainability, Health and Global Environments and Safety, Health and Environment.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
• Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
• The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
  Sustainable Salford - we have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
• Greater Manchester - live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools and colleges, and with affordable city, suburban and rural living options
• Team Salford - join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK's fastest growing universities
• A rewarding career - where everything you do will make a difference. To our students, our local community, and the world around you

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Job Overview

ID:

1517470

Date Posted:

Posted 2 days ago

Expiration Date:

26/06/2025

Location:

Woking

Competitive

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