Keele University
Job title:
Lecturer in Ecology and Conservation
Company
Keele University
Job description
Agile working (blend of home and office based)The OpportunityThe School of Life Sciences is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Ecology and Conservation to develop and maintain a leading research programme. They will also contribute to the development and delivery of the school’s undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including our new BSc/MSci in Ecology and Conservation and MSc programme in Biodiversity and Conservation. This is a permanent position, representing a commitment to the long-term support and development of the successful candidate.We are looking for a researcher with a genuine love for knowledge discovery, a capacity for innovation, and a strong collaborative ethic. You will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and a track record of academic achievement which demonstrates your potential to lead an independent programme of research within the school. You will be able to incorporate your knowledge, expertise and experiences into exciting learning experiences for undergraduate and postgraduate students. We are particularly interested in colleagues who can support students’ employability for future careers in the environmental sector.The BenefitsThe University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:
- Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
- Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
- Excellent staff pension scheme
- Access to continued personal, professional and career development
- On site ‘outstanding’ nursery
- Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
- Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)
Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above.The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.The UniversityKeele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 12,500 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found atKeele University values equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Pip Beard . Applications to this address will not be accepted.Closing Date: 21 October 2024£40,247 to £46,485. Grade 7A. Incremental progression
Expected salary
£40247 – 46485 per year
Location
Keele, Staffordshire
Job date
Wed, 02 Oct 2024 01:53:12 GMT
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