Salary

£41,064 - £44,746 per annum

Contractual hours

Basis

Full-Time

Job category/type

Permanent - Full-Time

Job reference

REC00004602

Lecturer Psychology

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.

Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.

Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.

The Role:
We are seeking to appoint a full-time, permanent Lecturer in Psychology, within the School of Psychology, Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Portsmouth. We offer BPS accredited undergraduate and postgraduate psychology courses with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality training in the field.
School Context
All activities (education, research, innovation) within the school strategically align to our world leading research themes and centres: International Centre for Research in Forensic Psychology; Culture, Behaviour, Inclusivity and Governance; Quality of Life, Health and Wellbeing; Extreme Environments and Occupational Performance; Physical Activity, Health and Rehabilitation; Centre for Comparative and Evolutionary Psychology; Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity; Dog Cognition Centre; and Centre for Integrated Health and Wellbeing Research.
The school currently offers a range of taught courses including the following in the area of Psychology: BSc (Hons) Psychology; BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology; BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Psychology; MSc Health Psychology; MSc Forensic Psychology; MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology; MSc Psychology and Learning Disability; MSc Psychology. In addition, the school offers a variety of research degrees (MRes, MPhil, PhD, Professional Doctorate) and has several UK and international educational partnerships.
Purpose of the Role
The purpose of this role is to work with colleagues and act as a team member to contribute to the delivery and design of our undergraduate and postgraduate Psychology programmes responding to students’ needs as members of a teaching team. The candidate should have skills and expertise that complements and/or extends that of the existing research centres/themes. We especially encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to our core BPS modules.
Summary of Criteria
Candidates should have expertise in a relevant area of Psychology. The successful candidate would contribute to various academic activities (e.g., teaching, scholarship, supervision, research / innovation) in accordance with the School and Faculty objectives. They would actively seek to enhance the student experience and student employability and enterprise opportunities in addition to supporting the School in its marketing, outreach and widening participation activities.

Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role.
The interviews are currently anticipated to be held on 09 & 10 March 2026.
If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact the Head of School, mike.rayner@port.ac.uk, or the Programme Lead (Psychology), zarah.vernham@port.ac.uk.
Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
Generous pension scheme.
Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
Staff wellbeing programmes.
Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
Discounted learning.
Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
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UKVI Statement
Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement:
We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect.

Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.

University of Portsmouth

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