Lecturer in Psychology in Bristol

Lecturer in Psychology – Commitment to innovative and high‑quality teaching and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality teaching across BSc (Hons) Psychology and MSc Psychology (Conversion) programmes, including core curriculum areas approved by the British Psychological Society.
• Support Academic Personal Tutoring (APTS) and supervise student dissertation research projects (Level 6 and 7).
• Collaborate with colleagues in developing and delivering teaching, including curriculum design and assessment.
• Engage in research activities and maintain a research record commensurate with career stage, including publication, securing funding, and contributing to group research.
• Participate in departmental, College and university activities, enhancing the student experience and scholarship.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to teaching excellence and evidence of a track record of effective research.
• Experience supervising student research projects and academic personal tutoring.
• Knowledge of at least one core area of the BPS accredited psychology curriculum (e.g., biological, cognitive, developmental, forensic, social, individual differences).
• Suitable academic qualification at PhD level or higher, with potential to secure research funding.
• Preference for candidates with expertise in the core curriculum areas; applicants welcome from all areas of psychology but must meet teaching requirement.

Benefits

• Full/Fixed‑term post (1.0 FTE) within a supportive, collaborative department.
• Progressive pay rates, generous annual leave, career‑average pension, retail savings, onsite nursery and training opportunities.
• Professional development programmes to support teaching excellence.

Where is this role based?

Frenchay campus, Bristol – modern facilities and resources.

Why UWE Bristol?

Large and diverse university, strong links with employers, opportunities for professional growth.

Further information

Contact: Dr Nikki Hayfield (Associate Director of Psychology) – Nikki2.Hayfield@uwe.ac.uk
Dr Jennie Ferrell (Associate Director of Psychology) – Jennie.Ferrell@uwe.ac.uk

Right to work: Must have the right to work in the UK. UWE does not sponsor visas.

EEO Statement

UWE Bristol recognises diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, encouraging those from Global Majority and female candidates. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from those with disabilities.