Senior Lecturer Crime Scene Investigation in Pontypridd

Forensic Science sits within the Applied Sciences team in the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science, a vibrant and interdisciplinary environment at the University of South Wales. Be part of a sector-leading forensic science provision known for applied, practice-based learning. You will have the opportunity to play a key role in the development of our flagship Crime Scene Village, one of the most ambitious immersive forensic training environments in the UK.

Deliver and shape vocational forensic and criminal justice training, the broad USW forensic academic portfolio, bridging operational practice with academic excellence. You will contribute to a growing portfolio of commercial training, academic courses, research, and innovation aligned to real-world forensic challenges. Based in the Upper Glyntaff Campus in Pontypridd, the postholder will provide academic leadership and professional expertise in Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) as well as wider forensic science provision, supporting the development, delivery, and future expansion of the Crime Scene Village and expanding the forensic and applied science academic portfolio.

This role is designed to bridge operational forensic practice and academic provision, ensuring that teaching, training, and research are aligned with sector needs and institutional strategy. The postholder will play a central role in:

• Delivering immersive, practice-based forensic education
• Designing and leading vocational CPD (including stage 1-4 CSI)
• Supporting and enhancing the USW forensic science academic and commercial portfolio
• Contributing to research, innovation, and external engagement
• Advancing the ambitions of USW 2030, particularly in experiential learning, employability, and industry collaboration

The role requires a highly experienced Crime Scene Coordinator (CSC) or equivalent practitioner capable of operating at the interface of education, professional practice, and future research. This is a full-time permanent post.

USW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All those working at the University are expected to share this commitment. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment where colleagues can be themselves and every person is treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and communities, especially with regards to age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, and religion and/or belief.

If you’re a Welsh learner or a Welsh speaker, we’d be delighted to receive your application. At USW, you’ll have access to Welsh courses to enable you to develop your Welsh skills further, in order to provide a bilingual service to our students, colleagues, and the public. We welcome applications in Welsh and English. Applications in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those made in English.