Faculty of Science
School of Chemistry, Pharmacy & Pharmacology
Lecturer in Medicinal Chemistry (0.4 FTE)
Ref: ATS1335
Salary on appointment will be £48,822 per annum (pro rata), with an annual increment up to £56,535 per annum (pro rata)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ATS Lecturer in Medicinal Chemistry in the School of Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology to deliver lectures and seminars and carry out teaching-related duties.
Successful applicants will be expected to contribute to teaching, teaching related administration, assessment and student support for both M.Pharm. and B.Sc. in Pharmacology and Drug Discovery degrees, focussing on medicinal chemistry, drug design and development, organic synthesis and including laboratory-based teaching.
A first degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area with experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and student assessment at all levels including coursework, examinations and undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations is essential. Relevant enterprise and engagement activities would be advantageous.
We would welcome applications from pharmacists in current patient-facing practice with strong interest in drug discovery who are interested in a career within academia.
This part-time (0.4 FTE) post is available from 2 March 2026 on a fixed term basis until 30 September 2027.
Benefits include:
- 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
- Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
Closing date: 30 January 2026
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