Lecturer in Pharmaceutics

Centre for International Development and Training (CIDT); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking academic institution in Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced academic pharmacist to join its School of Pharmacy and Life Sciences. The role involves delivering high-quality pharmacy education, especially in clinical practice and independent prescribing. Ideal candidates will have a background in pharmacy, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to inclusivity. This position offers opportunities for innovative teaching and research in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Support for staff health and wellbeing

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven practice experience as a pharmacist.
• Experience in teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Ability to support students in their academic and career growth.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of pharmacy education programmes.
• Participate in innovative teaching and research.
• Engage in community and business enterprise activities.

Skills

GPhC registered pharmacist

Excellent team working skills

Commitment to inclusivity

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Postgraduate diploma in clinical pharmacy

GPhC accredited independent prescribing qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced academic with a passion for developing the next generation of prescribing pharmacists working in clinical practice? We are expanding our staffing base in growth areas and are looking for academic staff members to fill a newly created positions to join our ambitious and friendly School of Pharmacy and Life Sciences. More specifically, you will lead the support required for our students and/or our graduates so that they can thrive in their course and in their future career.

The role involves support for the delivery of pharmacy education across various professional programmes within the school, centring on the MPharm and Pharmacist Independent Prescribing courses. You will work flexibly across areas of expertise and development, supporting high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment to achieve excellent student outcomes. You will also be encouraged to participate in the development and delivery of innovative teaching, scholarship, and/or research within pharmacy disciplines.

Your Skills And Attributes For Success

• GPhC registered pharmacist with practice experience
• Ideally, in possession (or nearing completion) of a postgraduate diploma or above in clinical pharmacy or equivalent and/or a GPhC accredited independent prescribing qualification (or nearing completion of)
• Excellent team working and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to fairness, inclusivity, and the promotion of equality and diversity
• Enthusiasm, resilience, flexibility, and adaptability

To arrange an informal telephone or video conference discussion, please contact the Head of School, Professor Sabbir Ahmed via [e-mail].

As a valued member of our team, you can expect an exciting, positive, creative, challenging, and rewarding place to work. We support, nurture your talent, and reward success.

We offer fantastic opportunities for staff, including varied career options and extensive job experience, enabling you to develop your skills in a complex and busy environment. Our flexible and agile working supports equality of opportunity for all and promotes staff health and wellbeing, helping you be your best at work.

We seek exceptional individuals to contribute positively to student success, community engagement, and business enterprise.

The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff

In our commitment to reflect the diversity of our staff, students, and communities, we particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and from candidates who are Disabled (including those who may not define themselves as disabled but face challenges).

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