Senior Lecturer Medical Ultrasound

Birmingham City University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham City University is seeking a Senior Lecturer in Medical Ultrasound. This full-time position offers the chance to lead educational initiatives, mentor students, and contribute to the Midlands Imaging Training Academy. Ideal candidates will have strong academic and clinical backgrounds and a passion for innovative teaching in a collaborative academic environment.

Qualifications

• Significant academic and clinical experience in Medical Ultrasound.
• Current registration with the HCPC.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in medical ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• Lead in developing and delivering innovative teaching methods.
• Provide academic leadership and mentorship to students.
• Foster interprofessional collaboration within the university.

Skills

Teaching

Leadership

Clinical Competency

Project Management

Interprofessional Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in Radiography

Postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound

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Job Description

The full-time starting salary is normally £52,463 per annum, with progression available in post to £60,842 per annum.

Grade: H

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Interview: Friday 25th July 2025

New and exciting opportunities are available to join our diagnostic imaging and medical ultrasound course team at Birmingham City University. This opportunity will provide you with the chance to impact and lead on the growth of your profession and the Midlands Imaging Training Academy. You would be joining an already established and dynamic College which supports a diverse academic community, with a track record of delivering excellent education and achieving high graduate employability across our disciplines.

We are seeking innovative, ambitious, and inspirational candidates to join our friendly team. The successful candidates will demonstrate significant academic and clinical experience in Medical Ultrasound and have an in-depth understanding of the specialism to enable the development of new knowledge. Candidates must demonstrate independent decision-making and the ability to plan and prioritise their workload and that of others.

The role requires experience of leading projects independently in a busy academic environment and sharing your knowledge effectively with learners. It would be preferable to show experience of leading/collaborating on research and enterprise projects. It is desirable for the successful candidate to demonstrate experience of establishing external partnerships and have external recognition.

The postholder will support teaching, learning, and assessment activities across the BSc and MSc Medical Ultrasound and Diagnostic Imaging programmes, with a specific focus on reporting sonography and advanced clinical practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead in developing and delivering innovative teaching methods, including simulation and digital learning technologies.
• Provide academic leadership, personal tutoring, and mentorship to support student progression, clinical competency, and professional development.
• Play an active role in training and assessing sonographers across the UK, ensuring alignment with national standards and regulatory requirements.
• Foster interprofessional collaboration within the university, supporting the integration of advanced practice in medical ultrasound across the curriculum.
• Contribute to the development and expansion of reporting radiography education within BCU, including research, curriculum design, and workforce initiatives.
• Establish and strengthen regional and national clinical partnerships with NHS Trusts, private sector providers, and professional bodies to enhance training and service delivery.
• Support projects funded by MITA, including managing deliverables, developing research or training proposals, and representing BCU at stakeholder meetings.
• Engage in interprofessional teaching and applied research focused on ultrasound, AI in imaging, and simulation-based education.
• Supervise student research and support academic and placement development for students and clinical partners.
• Contribute to student recruitment and public engagement activities.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Undergraduate degree in Radiography or a relevant subject.
• Postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound.
• Current registration with the HCPC.
• Evidence of ongoing post-registration professional development in medical ultrasound and/or advanced clinical practice.
• Experience of teaching and leading in academic or professional education settings.

Desirable:

• Working towards a Master's or Doctoral qualification.
• Experience of securing research or enterprise funding.
• External recognition or involvement with professional bodies.
• Experience of establishing external partnerships.

Our vibrant City South Campus in Edgbaston is home to the Faculty of Health, Education and Life Sciences. It features modern facilities including Medaphor scan trainers, Eve BodyWorks ultrasound simulator, GE ultrasound machines, and more. The campus offers state-of-the-art simulation and healthcare training facilities.

We support part-time postgraduate students with flexible, inclusive, and professionally relevant learning experiences, balancing study with personal and professional responsibilities. Our programmes focus on practical skills, access to excellent facilities, and teaching by experienced professionals, designed to enhance career prospects and progression in the health and life sciences sector.

This is an exciting and transformative time for the profession. We seek motivated individuals with drive, passion, and ambition to make a difference in ultrasound education and clinical practice. Our team is friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking.

For informal enquiries, please contact:

James Michael - [e-mail]

Charlotte Burnside - [e-mail]

Please review the full Job Description via the link below:

Job Description - Senior Lecturer

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Guidance for Applicants

About Us

Our Strategy for 2030 emphasizes enabling students to transform their lives through education and research, supporting societal transformation. Founded in 1843, Birmingham City University has a heritage of innovation and creative research, with a focus on interdisciplinary, challenge-based learning, and impactful research and enterprise.