Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Animal Science

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Animal Science Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Animal Science (Lecturer Salary Band) (Senior Lecturer Salary Band) Dependent on qualifications and experience A minimum of 37 hours per week Permanent About Us Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality ( The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023 ) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas.A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice. Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here . About the Role This role is ideally suited for either an early career University lecturer who has some experience but is looking to expand and grow their career (at Lecturer) or a more experienced academic looking to progress their career (at Senior Lecturer) The role will entail module leadership and lecture delivery across a number of animal modules. You will lead our BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences degree and will play an important role in our BSc (Hons) Bioveterinary Science and BSc (Hons) Veterinary Biosciences programmes You will become a key member of the team as we continue to expand our curriculum, especially teaching in areas around animal health and disease, anatomy and physiology, and biochemistry As an Academic Personal Tutor, you will support students as they transition into and through Higher Education, enabling them to maximise the opportunities Hartpury offers and to achieve their full potential A candidate with excellent communication skills, and with experience and the ability to work professionally with industry contacts across subject areas would be welcome The role requires a passion for educating, influencing and enabling the next generation of graduates to add value to the industry, nationally and globally You will grasp the opportunity to foster cross-disciplinary collaborations and ambitions that will build on current strengths within the department, and across the institution About You You will hold a teaching qualification or be willing to complete one within two years of appointment You will possess a postgraduate degree in a relevant subject area, with a PhD being highly desirable at Lecturer and essential at Senior Lecturer level Ability and willingness to teach biochemistry at undergraduate level would be an advantage Relevant industry experience within the subject field would be an advantage Be highly motivated with a commitment to the highest quality of teaching and learning Supporting higher education programme delivery, you will be highly enthusiastic and professional Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme Support for continuous professional development Flexible working opportunities available Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. Click the button below to apply online or telephone (01452) 702135 to request documents by post. Clickhere to view the full Job Description and Person Specification The closing date for receipt of applications is 15 th June 2025 Interviews will be held on 23 rd June 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK. #J-18808-Ljbffr