Teaching Fellow in Biomedical Science

Birmingham City University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham seeks a full-time Biomedical educator passionate about developing teaching practices in Biomedical Sciences. The role involves enhancing education quality, developing new courses, and engaging in research initiatives. A PhD and teaching experience in Higher Education is required. The position offers a starting salary of £44,131, with the potential for progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Higher Education.
• Candidates with industrial or professional experience are welcome.
• Ability to engage with diverse teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance teaching in Biomedical Sciences.
• Support the development of a new Human Biosciences course.
• Contribute to pedagogic research within the team.

Skills

Innovative teaching practices

Expertise in Clinical Pathology

Expertise in Clinical Biochemistry

Education

PhD in a relevant discipline

Fellow of the Higher Education Academy

Job description

Job Description

The full-time starting salary is normally £44,131 per annum, with progression available in post to £51,182 per annum.

2 Openings

Grade: G

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Are you a talented Biomedical educator who is passionate about teaching the next generation of Biomedical Scientists? If so, Birmingham City University is looking to recruit you.

Birmingham City University launched its Biomedical Sciences degree in 2017, leveraging its expertise and strong reputation in Health Sciences. Following significant growth and recent accreditation with the Institute of Biomedical Sciences, we are seeking to recruit a full-time, permanent teaching fellow with the skills and expertise to complement our existing team. Your expertise will develop and enhance our teaching and learning in Biomedical Sciences and support the development of a new Human Biosciences course. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to contribute to pedagogic research within the team.

We are specifically seeking an individual with expertise in Clinical Pathology or Clinical Biochemistry, although applications from highly innovative educators from any Biomedical Sciences field will be considered. The post holder is expected to engage with teaching across the School of Life and Health Sciences portfolio.

You will have a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline and ideally be recognized as a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Applications from suitably qualified professionals with industrial or professional experience are particularly welcome. Applicants should ideally have teaching experience in Higher Education and demonstrate innovative, student-centered teaching practices.

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About Us

Our Strategy for 2030 and Beyond aims to enable students to transform their lives and achieve their potential. Through education and research, and the impactful roles our graduates play, we support individual growth and societal transformation.

Located in the heart of the UK's second city, Birmingham City University has a long heritage of innovation and making, dating back to 1843 when founded as the Birmingham Government School of Design.

Our heritage of innovation, knowledge exchange, creative research, and practice is reflected in our STEAM agenda, research, enterprise, and commitment to challenge-based learning. Interdisciplinarity drives the ongoing evolution of our academic portfolio.