Teaching Fellow in Forensic Bioscience (0.5 FTE) Fixed term for 3 years

Overview

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.

The School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences is at the forefront of higher education in Pharmacy, Biomedical Science, Forensic Science, Chemistry and related areas, and has excellent working relationships with law enforcement agencies, forensic and pharmaceutical providers, the NHS and industry. We are looking for a highly professional, enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team.

Role and Qualifications

This is a 3-year fixed term post and you will ideally have an undergraduate and postgraduate qualification in Forensic Science or Forensic bioscience areas or be able to demonstrate the ability to create and disseminate knowledge at an equivalent level. You should have teaching related experience in an area of Forensic Science. We would be delighted to consider applications from suitably qualified forensic practitioners with a desire to apply their knowledge and training in an academic environment.

Responsibilities

You will be expected to contribute to the teaching and administration of the School’s Foundation, BSc and MSc Forensic Science and Forensic Bioscience programmes under the biomolecular and forensic science team’s remit, as well as other relevant undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

Enquiries

Inquiries may be made to Professor Satya Sarker, Director of School, Tel: 0151 231 2096; email: S.Sarker@ljmu.ac.uk or Dr Jason W Birkett, Subject Leader in Biomolecular and Forensic Sciences, Tel: 0151 231 2041 or email: J.W.Birkett@ljmu.ac.uk

Benefits

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.

Strategic Context

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

How to Apply

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.

Equality and Diversity

LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all background and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.

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