Tutor in Animal Behaviour and Physiology

Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK-based educational institution is seeking a candidate to teach animal behaviour and physiology courses. This part-time role requires a PhD and teaching experience, allowing for innovative educational practices. The position offers flexible working arrangements and aims to foster an inclusive culture. Applications are open until October 16, 2025.

Qualifications

• A PhD in a discipline relevant to animal behaviour and physiology is required.
• Experience of teaching and developing educational practices in this area.
• Sufficient specialist knowledge to work within established programmes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures and practical activities.
• Engage in the evaluation and development of course units.
• Participate in community events and study trips.

Skills

Experience in teaching

Expertise in animal behaviour

Knowledge of physiology

Education

PhD in a relevant discipline

Good first degree

Job description

About the Department

The Department of Natural Sciences spans the disciplines of Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science and Geography. The Department delivers courses to over 1,500 students across and has over 80 members of academic staff with ambitious plans for excellent education and research. Our ethos is to be highly innovative in teaching and research and we are recognised as the sector leader in Degree Apprenticeships where we deliver Bioscience and Chemical Science programmes in collaboration with a wide range of companies. The Department has a long track record of obtaining research council, EU, charity and government funding and has a growing portfolio of impactful projects. The Department is in an exceptional space, housed in the Faculty\'s new Dalton Building at the heart of Manchester, and with strong research and teaching performance across the Department.

About the Role & Team

We are looking for candidates with expertise in animal behaviour and physiology, who will teach across our biology undergraduate, post graduate and degree apprenticeship provision. You\'ll also have the opportunity to drive education innovation within these programmes. Promoting the department, faculty and university by supporting a range of activities will be important too. The role is 0.4 FTE over 2 days a week, and is available from the start of November 2025 until the end of September 2026.

Key Responsibilities

Within the workload allocated to their roles, tutors could potentially be asked to prepare and deliver lectures and practical activities; engage in the evaluation and development of units for which they have responsibility, in terms of content, delivery and assessment; or participate in campus and community events and study trips.

Key Skills & Experiences

The ideal candidate will have:

• A good first degree together with a PhD in a discipline relevant to animal behaviour and physiology.
• Experience of teaching and supporting student learning, developing educational practice in the area of animal behaviour and physiology.
• Sufficient breadth and/or depth of specialist knowledge of animal behaviour and physiology to work within established programmes

To learn more about role and requirements, please read the Job Description provided below.

Application & Assessment Process

• To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter detailing your suitability, on the application portal.
• For informal enquiries, about this vacancy, please contact Deputy Head of Department Dr James Redfern on [e-mail]
• Please be aware that only applications including a cover letter may be considered at shortlisting stage.
• Interviews will be held on Thursday, 16 October 2025.

If you would like to join our people and share our ambition, we would love to hear from you!

We believe in working together, sharing knowledge and valuing everyone\'s contributions. Develop your skills, further your knowledge and be part of a team who are transforming lives, every single day!

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, including those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

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