University of Bradford
Job title:
Assistant Professor in Optometry
Company
University of Bradford
Job description
At the University of Bradford, our focus is on creating the conditions for social, cultural, and economic impact. We are committed to social inclusion. Our work to expand opportunity and enable students to reach their potential, has led to us topping the Social Mobility Index of English universities for the last two years. Our University Strategy sets out our ambitions for 2025, which we will achieve by using our proud heritage as a springboard and remaining steadfast in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.Safeguarding
The University of Bradford is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and Adults at Risk through robust safer recruitment practices.Faculty
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join us as Assistant Professor in Optometry to make significant contributions to the implementation of both academic research and our new teaching and learning strategy. The ideal candidates will have clinical as well as academic expertise and a track record of research in Optometry and related topics.
The School of Optometry and Vision Sciences is one of the oldest in the UK and provides a supportive and developmental environment to all academic staff.What you will be doing:
- Undertake research informed teaching and teaching related activities, to be agreed with the Head of Department.
- Plan, deliver and assess innovative, engaging and challenging teaching activities which provide a distinctive and exceptional student experience.
- Ensure teaching is research-led with subject content underpinned by relevant specialist research.
Qualifications/ experience:
- PhD (or equivalent) in Optometry, or a relevant subject area
- Honours degree (or equivalent) in Optometry
Celebrating Diversity – The University of Bradford
As an equal opportunities employer, we value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. However, we particularly welcome applications from minority ethnic heritage academics, as they are under-represented across the HE sector. All appointments will be made on merit.At the University of Bradford, we recognise and embrace people that work in diverse ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.In Return we Offer:
- 30 days holiday and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas).
- Family-friendly policies
- Great campus facilities
- Generous employer contribution pension schemes – Universities Superannuation Scheme
- Generous benefit schemes, including car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme and shopping discounts
Find more information about the many other benefits, including salary sacrifice schemes and campus nursery.Additional Information:
If you would like to find out more or are interested in applying, please message, email or call , we would love to hear from you.Confronting Inequality : Celebrating Diversity
At the University of Bradford we accept people for who they are regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation or socio-economic background and whether you’re pregnant or on maternity leave.
In line with the University’s commitment to equality charters including Athena Swan, Race Equality Charter, Disability Confident and Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme, we welcome applications from people identifying with these characteristics. The University has a number of staff networks which provide peer support and safe spaces for staff who hold these and other identitiesCompanyThe University of Bradford is one of the world’s great technology universities providing high-quality teaching that is underpinned by cutting-edge research with practical applications to solve tomorrow’s problems. The University is committed to helping all its students to lead fulfilling lives, become global citizens, and make a difference to the world.With 50 years of academic excellence behind us as a University, we have continued to grow our international reputation and . We have always been pioneers in developing new course subjects, reflecting and anticipating the needs of employers, our students, and of society as a whole.We continue to feature among the world’s best in many areas. We are in the top 200 of the world’s most international universities, we are in the global top 100 of universities under 50 years old, our executive MBA is again in the world top 100 and we have won a host of further awards and recognition for our staff, disability support and our green campus.Company info Mini-site Telephone +(44)01274236637 Location RICHMOND BUILDING
RICHMOND ROAD
BRADFORD
WEST YORKSHIRE
BD7 1DP
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Expected salary
£47874 – 55295 per year
Location
Bradford
Job date
Fri, 25 Oct 2024 01:59:50 GMT
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