Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Ergonomics and Human Factors in Derby

The Psychology subject area is home to the University’s Psychology, Ergonomics and Human Factors, and Counselling and Psychotherapy provision, with programmes delivered at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. As a TEF Gold institution, we are proud to contribute high-quality programmes grounded in psychological and behavioural science with a significant focus on applied psychology and professional practice.

We host a large accredited provision across several professional and statutory regulatory bodies (including the CIEHF, BABCP, BACP, NCPS, BPS and HCPC). Programmes range from undergraduate underpinnings and initial postgraduate training for some psychological professions to delivery that supports careers in sectors such as marketing, business, management and leadership (and many more). Furthermore, we offer training in a range of therapeutic modalities across the Counselling and Psychotherapy courses and contribute to the development of the wider psychological workforce through our NHS-based commissioned programmes.

In Psychology, our provision is underpinned by excellent student support to achieve the best possible outcomes for our students and high-quality progression opportunities into a range of careers. Our delivery is further underpinned by high-quality scientific research and scholarly activity, with industry-informed and -based research informing and leading the development of the curriculum to ensure programmes are meeting the needs of employers to foster the success of our graduates from across the subject.

We are looking for someone to join our team and support the delivery of our Ergonomics provision. You will contribute to the academic leadership and delivery of modules on our MSc Ergonomics and Human Factors (with pathways), support the supervision of student research projects, and contribute to the research profile of the Psychology subject area, including applied Ergonomics and Human Factors research.

As we develop and grow our Ergonomics and Human Factors provision, this role will include oversight, leadership and development of our online programmes, working with the Subject Lead, senior academics and the wider teaching team to ensure the continuation of excellent student experience and outcomes. There are also opportunities to contribute to the Psychology provision and other areas that align with your area of expertise.

This role will include leading and supporting our marketing events (e.g., open days), which occasionally take place into evenings and at weekends. The Psychology subject area has an active research agenda, and you will be expected to engage with and support financially sustainable research and/or other appropriate academic activity.

Our provision spans campus and online delivery; there will be the opportunity for working from home, as agreed with the Subject Lead. We do support hybrid working as business needs permit. There is currently no requirement for line management in this role. This is a part-time position (0.6 FTE) which may be attractive to candidates who wish to continue practice-based work and develop their academic practice alongside this.

We are seeking a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Ergonomics and Human Factors who holds (or is willing to gain) Chartered or Technical membership of the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF). We would welcome applications from candidates with experience of teaching/training and leadership and of relevant transferable skills in these areas from beyond higher education (e.g., industry-based experience). You should also have experience undertaking research and be passionate about supporting the development and growth of evidence in your field. Excellence in communication, team and collaborative working skills is essential, both internally and externally.

We are especially keen to have applications from individuals with experience in health but will consider applications from beyond this specialism.

We have one simple promise to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better. The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK, achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research, and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 making us one of the top universities in the country, recognised for our outstanding student experience and outcomes.

Financially strong and seriously ambitious, we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career, with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

In return, we offer:

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days, inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Access to the Teachers Pension Scheme
• A suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support, including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and a comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high-street retailers
• Discounted on-site gym
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button. Closing date: Sunday, 21 June 2026.

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. The University of Derby is committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion, regardless of age, disability, trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief (or none), sex and sexual orientation.