Full time, temporary for 12 months from 9th September 2024

At Teesside University, we are ambitious in our goals, vision and aspirations. We challenge expectations and push the boundaries of what is possible. From transforming our campus through a £300m investment and capital development programme, to creating outstanding, innovative academic programmes, our work is always relevant and purpose-driven.

We believe that innovation powers our steps and are motivated to make a difference through positive social impact. We work in partnership with individuals and businesses to devise creative solutions not limited by imagination. We work at pace, and are always future-facing, with our teaching, learning and research focused on addressing the challenges of tomorrow, today. We do not stand still.

In this role you will contribute to teaching, research, knowledge exchange, enterprise and business engagement in the Department of Science in the School of Health & Life Sciences, as well as contributing to the wider School and University.

We are looking for someone who has the ability to teach a range of Bioinformatics related topics. You will have a First Degree in a relevant discipline / equivalent professional qualification or significant practical work experience, as well as a PhD in a relevant discipline. You must also hold, or be willing to achieve, a relevant Teaching Qualification, normally within 2 years of employment, i.e. PGCHE/Higher Education Academy (Associate Fellow/Senior Fellow) accreditation.

Knowledge and experience in teaching and assessing biochemistry students at undergraduate and postgraduate level is essential and you must be able to demonstrate contemporary knowledge and skills in this subject area. The ability to contribute to curriculum development and to negotiate and manage practice placement experiences is essential.

The Tees Valley is an enjoyable place to live – in the heart of the North of England's coastline and countryside, with easy access to Durham, Newcastle and York.

This post is available on a full-time 12-month maternity cover from Sep 2024 to Aug 2025. You must be able to start no later than 9th Sep 2024 if you wish to apply for this post.

Please be advised that due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post may qualify for university sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.

If you are shortlisted, your interview will take place via Microsoft Teams.

Please note that the University may ask you to participate in selection activities as part of the recruitment process for this vacancy.

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Interview date: 07/08/2024