At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and support student learning in Forensic Psychology while engaging in research.
- Company: Join a vibrant Psychology team at a leading university.
- Benefits: Enjoy 46 days of annual leave, a generous pension, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Permanent full-time position with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives and enhance their employability.
- Qualifications: Doctoral qualification in Psychology and experience in teaching and research.
The predicted salary is between 69488 - 69488 £ per year.
Due to increasing undergraduate and taught postgraduate numbers we have an opportunity for a Lecturer OR Associate Professor in Forensic Psychology to join us on a permanent basis. As Lecturer/Associate Professor in Forensic Psychology, you will have the opportunity to join our vibrant Psychology team and take responsibility for delivering teaching and supporting student‑centred learning, underpinned by academic scholarship and professional practice within your assigned areas of responsibility.
You will be in an excellent position to bring your disciplinary expertise to our thriving teaching and research culture, in turn contributing to our current undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. These will include contributions to our BPS accredited MSc in Applied Forensic Psychology, and our MSc in Applied Criminology and Forensic Psychology, as well as our undergraduate BPS accredited Psychology and Psychology with Sociology programmes. You may also be asked to contribute to our transnational education modules in social psychology and individual differences.
As a multidisciplinary school with an excellent record in applied research and teaching, we will support you to go beyond traditional boundaries, working with others internally, across the wider university, and externally to foster an inter‑professional, collaborative approach to educational delivery from the outset. Further to this, you will find yourself making a profound and positive impact on the experience of our students as you use your initiative, creativity and judgement in applying appropriate approaches to teaching and learning support and scholarly activities.
What we will need from you:
- A Doctoral level qualification in a relevant Psychology discipline
- Evidence of a professional academic profile that is commensurate with the stage of your career alongside a commitment to sustained continuous professional/academic development.
- Evidence of experience developing high quality teaching/learning and research programmes and have experience of research‑informed teaching.
- Evidence of teaching and learning enhancement initiatives you have developed or been involved in which will directly support the University Strategy of enhancing student experience and increasing graduate employability.
Benefits we offer:
- Minimum of 46 days annual leave
- Contributory pension of 26%
- Flexible working and professional development opportunities.
Additional information: Grade 7 - £58,225 – 69,488 per annum Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time – 35 hours per week Applications are encouraged by 27th of July.
Lecturer or Associate Professor in Forensic Psychology employer: Edinburgh Napier University
Join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of digital construction and skills innovation, where your expertise will directly contribute to transforming the built environment. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will benefit from extensive learning opportunities, generous annual leave, and a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation. Located at the BE-ST campus in Hamilton, this role offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a hybrid working model and access to a range of employee benefits.
Contact Details:
Edinburgh Napier University Recruitment Team
