Lecturer (Optometry and Vision Sciences)

University of Plymouth; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS pension scheme

Flexible working

Cycle to Work

On-site nursery

Job summary

The University of Plymouth is seeking a Lecturer in Optometry and Vision Sciences to join the Vision Science team. You will design and deliver undergraduate teaching, develop teaching materials, and contribute to assessment and programme development.

The role may lead to Programme Lead responsibilities and will involve collaboration with apprentices and external partners. Experience as a Dispensing Optician or Optometrist with GOC registration is essential, with a strong research and

Qualifications

• Experience in higher education teaching and assessment.
• Registration with the General Optical Council (GOC) is essential.
• Strong research and publications potential and ability to contribute to grant funding applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver undergraduate teaching, including preparation of teaching materials and course planning.
• Contribute to assessment and programme development; possibly assume Programme Lead responsibilities.

Skills

Teaching

Clinical practice

GOC registration

Job description

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Job profile for Lecturer (Optometry and Vision Sciences)

Lecturer (Optometry and Vision Sciences)

location_on Plymouth 14/10/2026 Lecturer (Optometry and Vision Sciences) Apply online The job details are shown below. For further information click on the link for the job description.

Job details

Salary £39,906 - £56,535 per annum - Grade 7/8 Contractual hours 37 Basis FR Permanent Fulltime All Year Interview date To be confirmed Job category/type Academic/Research Date posted 23/09/2026 Job reference B1412 Attachments attachment B1412 Job Description.pdf attachment Teaching Qualifications and Recognition Policy 2023.pdf

Description

The Optometry Programme within the School of Health Professions at the University of Plymouth is seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to join our team and contribute to our teaching, research and programme development activities.

About the role

You will work as part of the Vision Science team to provide innovative teaching, primarily in undergraduate programmes. This includes the design and preparation of teaching materials, course planning and delivery, and assessment. The role has the potential to take on the role of Programme Lead where you will be responsible for maintaining academic standards and student learning environments across the programme. Experience of clinical practice as a Dispensing Optician or Optometrist and registration with the General Optical Council, are essential. As part of our Eye & Vision research group you will have the opportunity to contribute to our research programme and to publications and grant funding applications if applicable.

This is a permanent post. Full-time and part-time applications are welcomed.

The role includes:

• Working closely with the Vision Science team, apprentices, employers and the University’s Apprenticeship Hub to shape and deliver innovative undergraduate and apprenticeship education.
• Working as part of the team to provide innovative teaching including; the design and preparation of teaching materials, course planning and delivery, and assessment.

For more information on School of Health Professions please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools

Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home.

Due to the nature of this role, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check plus a Children’s Barred List and Adults Barred List check will be required.

The successful candidate may be required to obtain an ATAS Certificate prior to this research being undertaken.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Claire Gorman: by email at [e-mail]

What we’re looking for

You will:

• Work as part of the Vision Science team to provide innovative teaching, primarily in undergraduate programmes. This includes the design and preparation of teaching materials, course planning and delivery, and assessment.
• Take part in clinical supervision of students in our patient facing optometry clinic one day a week.
• Be currently be registered with the following registration board: General Optical Council (GOC)
• Have experience of clinical practice as a Dispensing Optician or Optometrist

For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.

About us

We are proud to be ranked as one of the top programmes in the most recent National Student Survey.

The Faculty of Health holds four Silver Athena Swan awards, which recognise our commitment to supporting gender equality within higher education.

The University of Plymouth has a strong interdisciplinary research ethos which is supported by our two strategic Research Institutes; the Marine Institute and the Sustainable Earth Institute. As a member of our academic community, you’ll be expected to contribute to our recognised research strengths. Working holistically across the University, you will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and deliver impactful research contributions as part of a systems thinking approach to addressing today’s global challenges.

Application Process

Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, skills and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.

Our Offer

Staff appointed within the Faculty of Health may be able to join the NHS pension scheme subject to eligibility criteria.

We have a wide range of staff benefits available to employees, depending on eligibility:

• Generous annual leave: 35* Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part-time) plus Bank Holidays* & Closure Days*
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On-site nursery

*Pro rata if part-time/fixed term contract

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here .

Additional Information

The University of Plymouth is building an inclusive and equitable university where everyone feels represented, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is guided by the Inclusive Institutions Framework, a strategic and externally validated approach that embeds these principles across the entire institution. To find out more please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages