The focus of this post is on the delivery of our pre-registration portfolio including BSc and apprenticeship provision. The post holder will be expected to teach a range of core subjects and should have a flexible approach to the subject material they teach. The post holder will, therefore, be committed to promoting academic enquiry, helping develop critical thinking in students by supporting safe, effective and evidence-based practice. By providing expert knowledge, you will lead agreed modules, assess students and supervise projects. The post holder should be able to draw upon his or her own subject knowledge to design teaching sessions that maximise the integration of theory to practice. 

The School of Nursing and Midwifery upholds the University mission to inspire those who teach and those who learn, in an inclusive way, which reflects a collective commitment to equip students and staff with the skills, knowledge and aptitude to make a positive impact on the health of the individuals, populations and communities we serve. The post holder will therefore be provided with the opportunity to advance their professional development to meet the needs of the post and objectives of the school.

This interview process will take place in two parts:

• On-site teaching session: Wednesday 15th April
• Candidates that are successful following the teaching session will then be invited for a remote interview: Monday 20th April

What's in it for you?

• Annual incremental increase for Lecturer up to £43,482, with the opportunity to progress to £47,389 and for Senior Lecturer £56,535, with the opportunity to progress to £61,759 subject to performance and the university reward scheme
• 47 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days)
• Access to a range of benefits such as our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Tusker Car Leasing
• Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• In-house training and development support
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

For an informal discussion, please contact Susan Thomas at susan.thomas@worc.ac.uk

Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria). 

Please note that this post may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route if your individual circumstances enable this in accordance with the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information on how the Skilled Worker visa rules may apply to you please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa 

NB.  If you are successful at interview, you will be invited to join a pool of sessional lecturers and we will contact you if suitable work becomes available. We are not able to guarantee employment as it will be subject to student numbers.  The number of hours available might only be a few hours per week.  If you have any queries regarding this, please discuss it with us at interview.

Closing Date: 19 Jun 2026

Sub Department: Academic

Salary: £38,784 to £56,535

Associate Professor in Pharmaceutical Sciences

School of Science and the Environment, University of Worcester

The Opportunity

The University of Worcester is seeking to appoint an Associate Professor in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Teaching and Research) to play a leading role in the development of its new MPharm programme and the continued growth of its new Pharmacy School.

This is a rare opportunity for a senior academic to shape the scientific foundation of a contemporary pharmacy curriculum, while also helping to establish and lead research activity in pharmaceutics and pharmaceutical sciences within an ambitious and supportive academic environment.

The Role

As Associate Professor in Pharmaceutical Sciences, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership for the scientific curriculum of the MPharm programme, with specific responsibility for pharmaceutics and its integration with pharmacology, chemistry, and microbiology
• Lead the design, delivery, and continuous enhancement of science modules across all years of the MPharm, in line with GPhC Initial Education and Training Standards
• Deliver high‑quality, research‑informed teaching and assessment at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Play a key role in GPhC accreditation activity, working closely with academic and clinical colleagues
• Maintain and develop an active research profile with outputs of REF‑appropriate quality
• Provide research leadership in pharmaceutical sciences, contributing to funding applications, doctoral supervision, and the development of a sustainable research culture
• Contribute to the wider academic leadership and strategic development of the Pharmacy School and the University

This is a teaching and research contract, with clear expectations and support for excellence in both domains.

The Person

You will be an established academic who brings:

• A PhD in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related discipline
• Extensive experience teaching pharmaceutics or pharmaceutical sciences in higher education
• Proven leadership in curriculum design and delivery for MPharm or equivalent professional programmes
• A strong understanding of GPhC standards and their implications for science education
• A credible and active research profile, with publications suitable for REF and evidence of research leadership or emerging leadership
• Experience of supervising postgraduate research students
• Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (Senior or Principal Fellowship desirable)
• A collaborative, inclusive, and forward‑looking approach to academic leadership

Registration as a pharmacist with the GPhC is welcomed but not essential.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a new and developing Pharmacy School, with genuine opportunities to shape direction and culture
• Work within a supportive university known for high‑quality teaching, student experience, and professional education
• Join our exciting research culture and be part of our ongoing research developments, with opportunities to work with our inter-disciplinary research groups, units or centre.
• Contribute to a programme with strong institutional commitment and strategic importance
• Benefit from encouragement and support for research development, leadership, and career progression

Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria).

Please note that this post may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route if your individual circumstances enable this in accordance with the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information on how the Skilled Worker visa rules may apply to you please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa 

• Annual incremental increase up to £58,225 with the opportunity to progress to £71,566 subject to performance and the university reward scheme
• 47 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days)
• Access to a range of benefits such as our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Tusker Car Leasing
• Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• In-house training and development support
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

Apply Now

Be part of something new. Help us build an MPharm programme that makes a difference. 

Informal Enquiries

Informal discussions about the role are warmly encouraged.  Please contact:
Professor Peter Seville, Head of the School of Science and the Environment
📧 p.seville@worc.ac.uk | ☎️ 01905 542242

Closing Date: 22 Jun 2026

Sub Department: Academic

Salary: £58,225 to £67,468

This post is essential to ensure high-quality, consistent delivery of core medical/healthcare curriculum content and compliance with the General Medical Council (GMC) in Pharmacology and Prescribing. This is particularly essential for the training of medical students who require a high level of knowledge in medical pharmacology and prescribing to pass the medical licensing assessment (MLA) and prescribing safely assessment (PSA) as required by the General Medical Council (GMC).  

The successful candidate will be responsible for Medical Pharmacology and Prescribing on the MBChB and MSc PA courses. You will to be responsible for designing and developing learning materials and will make a significant contribution to lectures, practical teaching and the assessment for medical students, as well as contributing to the delivery of a high-quality student experience, working with the Phase and Programme Leads. Applicants are expected to have a track record of research in a relevant field and engage in research and scholarship.  

The post is offered at Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level depending on the successful candidate’s level of qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Ideally you will already have experience of teaching medical students or similar. However, key to the role is an interest in developing as a medical educator and the ability to work flexibly with the rest of the team to meet the needs of the MBChB curriculum. There are also opportunities for professional development.   

If you are interested in joining us at this exciting time and would relish the challenge of playing a part in the future development of the Three Counties Medical School as we train the next generation of healthcare professionals, we welcome your application.  

What's in it for you? 

• Annual incremental increase up to £54,395 for Senior Lecturers and £41,732 for Lecturers
• 47 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days)  
• Access to a range of benefits such as our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Tusker Car Leasing 
• Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme 
• In-house training and development support 
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment 

If you have any informal inquiries, please contact Professor Rachel Ashworth, the MBChB Phase 1 Lead at the Three Counties Medical School via email r.ashworth@worc.ac.uk 

Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria). 

Please note that this post may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route if your individual circumstances enable this in accordance with the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information on how the Skilled Worker visa rules may apply to you please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa  

Closing Date: 05 Jul 2026

Sub Department: Academic

Salary: £38,784 to £56,535 per annum

The University of Worcester (UW) has long been noted for its high quality and innovative provision in Education. As an Outstanding provider of ITE across all our provision, we are nationally recognised for our overall quality and high sustained employment rates of our new teachers.  In this context, the Institute of Education is seeking to appoint an inspirational and excellent Primary Education lecturer with a strong commitment to maintain and further develop our excellent reputation in teacher education and training. 

In order to maintain our strong reputation for and commitment to an excellent student experience, we are seeking an inspirational lecturer for this role who can model excellent practice in their teaching and inspire trainee teachers to achieve their potential in the classroom. 

There should be an active engagement in continuing their own professional and academic development, demonstrating their love of learning.  

 Short-listed candidates invited to interview will be required to undertake the following activity:

• a formal interview
• a 10 minute presentation 

 Presentation Activity:

Please share your knowledge and understanding of ‘inclusion’ in a school context and explain how, as a Lead Mentor, you would support school staff and trainees in ensuring high quality teaching provision. 

NB.  If you are successful at interview, you will be invited to join a pool of sessional lecturers and we will contact you if suitable work becomes available. We are not able to guarantee employment as it will be subject to student numbers.  The number of hours available might only be a few hours per week.  If you have any queries regarding this, please discuss it with us at interview.

Please note that this post does not meet the minimum salary requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post who will require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria).

Closing Date: 10 Jun 2026

Sub Department: Academic

The University of Worcester has long been noted for the high quality and innovative character of its courses for those who want to work in the field of education. The Department of Education and Inclusion within the Institute of Education, is characterised by a strong commitment to equality, inclusion and diversity. We are determined to harness the power of education to make a positive difference within communities on a local, national, and international level. Our strong network of partners, both at home and in a diversity of other jurisdictions, enables us to work across a variety of settings, enriching our work with a truly global range of perspectives.

Programmes for which the advertised roles are sought include: MRes Education, MA Education, Professional Doctorate. Specific expertise which will contribute to the range of courses within the Department and Institute will be expected, as well as the potential to lead CPD and Community Engagement activities. Given the nature of the role, the successful applicant(s) will be able to demonstrate experience of relevant academic research as well as some experience of teaching and learning within the Higher Education sector.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a panel interview which will include a short presentation

Informal queries in relation to this vacancy are welcome and should be addressed to Deputy Head of Institute Mandy Duncan a.duncan2@worc.ac.uk

Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria).

Please note that this post does not meet the minimum salary requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post who will require sponsorship to work in the UK.

NB.  If you are successful at interview, you will be invited to join a pool of sessional lecturers and we will contact you if suitable work becomes available. We are not able to guarantee employment as it will be subject to student numbers.  The number of hours available might only be a few hours per week.  If you have any queries regarding this, please discuss it with us at interview.

Closing Date: 09 Jun 2026

Sub Department: Academic

Applications are invited for Clinical Teaching Fellows at 0.6 FTE (3 days per week - Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) in Anatomy, Physiology and Clinical Skills. These are career development posts at FY2/ST level to facilitate the learning of the next generation of doctors. You will be involved in developing and delivering active learning sessions in the practical application of anatomy, physiology and clinical skills primarily in Phase 1 (Years 1&2). You will receive training from a team of enthusiastic clinical educators and will have opportunities for professional development, including support with gaining a teaching qualification.  

Applicants will have a keen interest in medical education and training. Applicants must be registered with the GMC and have a minimum of 2 years clinical experience after graduation from medical school. The Medical School has close relations with local NHS primary and secondary care providers, and we can support you in seeking clinical opportunities alongside academic commitments.  

The posts are based at the Severn campus. They will be fixed term appointments for 12 months. Subject to satisfactory performance, it may be possible to extend these for a second 12-month period.

Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr Leo Donnelly (leo.donnelly@worc.ac.uk), Lead for Anatomy.

Please note that this post does not meet the minimum salary requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post who will require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Closing Date: 09 Jun 2026

Sub Department: Academic

Salary: £46,675 to £50,175 per annum pro rata