Associate Lecturers - Biology

Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable individual to join our team as an Associate Biology Lecturer. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in delivering a comprehensive molecular biology course that offers hands-on experiences with various techniques and methodologies. As an Associate Biology Lecturer, you will have the opportunity to impart your expertise, foster a deep understanding of molecular biology, and mentor the next generation of scientists. If you are passionate about molecular biology and have a desire to educate and inspire students, we encourage you to apply for this exciting position. You will also have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge and experience to contribute to or lead research and commercial projects in areas including but not limited to cell therapies, clinical diagnostics & clinical trials

Reports to: Professional Education Lead

Role-specific responsibilities

1. Teaching

Provide teaching as required using a variety of pedagogical. Techniques such as small group teaching, practical work, student- centered learning, building on prior learning, skills and experience, individual activity, assessment for learning and questioning.
Ensure students are provided with the appropriate equipment to undertake training and complete any required assessments
Supervise PhD students

2. Assessment

Complete assessments of students in line with company policies and the relevant qualification body guidelines
Create and update written course materials and assessments, so they are fit for purpose and where necessary, conform to the regulations of awarding bodies
Contribute to formative and summative feedback and tasks related to student’s work

3. Curriculum development and Quality assurance

Work with colleagues to ensure content of training courses are up-to-date and relevant.
Engage with feedback on teaching to enhance quality and learner. experience
Adopt reflective pedagogical practices and share learnt experiences with the team to improve delivery and assessment
Attend standardization and moderation meetings as and when required
Work with the Quality Assurance Manager to ensure the quality of course materials including assessments
Ensure that course equipment has been tested and any problems addressed so that courses are fit for purpose

4. Administration and pastoral duties

Provide pastoral support and references to students during and after courses
Contribute to student admissions processes including interviews and selection panels
Update website information and back-end content, course dates etc as well as maintaining required spreadsheets to assist the team in the smooth running of training programs
Answer student/client questions and in relation to specific enquiries including corporate booking and bespoke packages.

5. Scientific R&D

Participate in and contribute to scientific team meetings
Contribute or lead project planning activities including workflow development, resource planning
Research funding opportunities and participate in or lead on grant/tender writing
Review literature, develop and present research ideas to the team ensuring that they are innovative and answer current needs on national or international scale
Work with the team to implement and deliver laboratory-based projects
Contribute to commercial projects as needed

2. Assessment

Complete assessments of students in line with company policies and the relevant qualification body guidelines
Create and update written course materials and assessments, so they are fit for purpose and where necessary, conform to the regulations of awarding bodies
Contribute to formative and summative feedback and tasks related to student’s work

4. Administration and pastoral duties

Provide pastoral support and references to students during and after courses
Contribute to student admissions processes including interviews and selection panels
Update website information and back-end content, course dates etc as well as maintaining required spreadsheets to assist the team in the smooth running of training programs
Answer student/client questions and in relation to specific enquiries including corporate booking and bespoke packages.

6. Health & Safety

Create and review all related risk assessments and make amendments in line with the relevant guidance
Have overall responsibility for laboratory health and safety within the department
Ensure technicians, students and lecturing staff understand and follow laboratory health and safety
Ensure all team members complete the relevant health and safety assessments

Person Specification

Qualifications, Training & Knowledge

PhD in a relevant biological science
Understanding and ability to undertake research
PGCE or equivalent

Skills & Behaviours

Strong communication skills with proven ability to use them to convey complex information to students and colleagues
Shows confidence in communication with external stakeholders and funding bodies
Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to coordinate a team, ensuring appropriate cover is provided
Strong ability to take initiative and work without supervision
Confidence in making decisions within area of expertise
Able to work efficiently and co-operatively as part of a team
Ability to review documentation and make amendments appropriately within set guidelines
Strong negotiation skills, with ability to reach agreements
Ability to analyze and solve problems
Ability to work calmly under pressure, and adapt readily to changing circumstance

Experience

2+ years of experience in Molecular Biology, Immunology, Cell biology or Microbiology
Experience in scientific project development & planning
Experienced in lecturing/teaching
Experience in a regulated laboratory environment
R&D experience

Circumstances

The post requires a flexible approach and willingness to carry out working hours across set teaching schedules. which will include weekends and bank holidays

More Information

Contract

Full-time – Fixed Term 2 Years

Salary

£32,000-£42,000 per annum, depending on experience