Principal Lecturer in Pharmaceutics

We are seeking an outstanding academic leader to join School of Science and the Environment as Principal Lecturer in Pharmaceutics. This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in the development of an innovative MPharm programme, currently at Stage 2 of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) accreditation process. 

You will lead the design and delivery of the  science curriculum, ensuring it is contemporary, integrated, and aligned with the GPhC’s 2021 Initial Education and Training Standards. Working closely with colleagues across science and practice disciplines, you will help shape a programme that prepares graduates for the evolving world of pharmacy.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the development and delivery of science content across all years of the MPharm.
• Driving the integration of science and practice within a modern, student-centred curriculum.
• Supporting the School’s accreditation journey through curriculum design, documentation, and engagement with the GPhC.
• Providing academic leadership and mentoring to colleagues in pharmaceutical sciences.
• Contributing to research and scholarly activity in pharmaceutics or pharmacy education.

What We’re Looking For

• A PhD in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related field.
• Significant experience in teaching and curriculum development in higher education.
• A strong understanding of the GPhC’s educational standards and their implications for science education.
• A track record of academic leadership and collaborative working.
• A commitment to innovation, inclusion, and excellence in pharmacy education.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting time to join a forward-thinking institution committed to interdisciplinary education, practice-informed teaching, and student success. You’ll be part of a dynamic team shaping a new MPharm programme with a strong ethos of collaboration, innovation, and community engagement.

Apply Now

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

For informal enquiries, please contact:
Professor Peter Seville, Head of the School of Science and the Environment
📧 p.seville@worc.ac.uk | ☎️ 01905 542242