Please note that this job is open only to current members of staff of Cardiff University who are eligible for redeployment.Internal Redeployment Only - Lecturer in Biomedical Sciences (Teaching and Scholarship) (Maternity Cover)
School of BiosciencesA position is available for a fixed-term maternity cover position as Lecturer in Biomedical Science on the Teaching and Scholarship career pathway to join our dedicated team of academic staff in the School of Biosciences.
The post holder will undertake a full teaching load, including the development, delivery and evaluation of modules/programmes in biosciences within the undergraduate and postgraduate provision within the school, supervise students and carry out administrative duties which may include student recruitment.
The successful candidate will have a PhD in a subject area or relevant industrial experience within the biomedical sciences area, teaching experience at undergraduate/postgraduate level within the biomedical sciences area and specialist knowledge within the academic subject area biomedical diseases, encompassing one or more of the following: (i) cardiovascular, (ii) respiratory, (iii) other relevant human diseases, and (iv) physiological or genetic aspects of biomedical diseases.
This post is full-time (35 hours per week), and fixed term until 11th January 2027.
Salary: £41,064 – £46,049 per annum (Grade 6). Appointments to roles at Cardiff University are usually made at bottom of scale unless in exceptional circumstances.
We can offer you the chance to work in a vibrant organisation, with great benefits and opportunities for progression. We are a proud Living Wage supporter.
Please contact Professor Eshwar Mahenthiralingam Director-BIOSI@cardiff.ac.uk to set up an informal, confidential discussion about the role.
Closing date: Monday, 16 March 2026Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in EnglishMain function Undertake a full teaching load, including the development, delivery and evaluation of modules/programmes within the biomedical sciences area of the School’s teaching portfolio (including undergraduate and post-graduate taught programmes). Specific experience relevant to the role include expertise in biomedical diseases (cardiovascular/respiratory/other), and their physiology and genetics. Pursuing excellence in biomedical teaching and inspiring others to do the same are integral to the role.
Main duties and responsibilities
Teaching - Design and deliver teaching programmes for biomedical courses and contribute to module development and student assessment as part of a module team
- Inspire undergraduate and postgraduate students under the guidance of a mentor / module leader and develop skills in assessment methods and in providing constructive feedback to students.
- Supervise the work of students including the supervision of Undergraduate and Master’s students
- Supply pastoral care through both acting as a Personal Tutor and providing support and guidance to students, building and establishing trust
Scholarship- Contribute to scholarship in the area of work through participation in conferences, seminars and other academic and professional forums to disseminate the results of individual scholarship
- Engage in scholarly activity through journal articles and/or outputs which advance knowledge within the area of work
- Contribute to scholarship through interdisciplinary working with individuals and teams within, and external to, the wider university community
- Carry out other forms of scholarship including work associated with examinations (setting and marking paper and providing constructive feedback to students), administration, participation in committee work
Other- Engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School’s profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile
- Undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance in the role of Lecturer
- Mentor colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development
- Participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world
- Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.
IMPORTANT: EVIDENCING CRITERIAThe University uses the person specification as a key tool for shortlisting. Candidates should evidence that they meet ALL of the essential criteria as well as, where relevant, the desirable. As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide this evidence via a supporting statement.
Please save your supporting statement in a separate document with the title [YOURNAME-BR NUMBER-JOB TITLE] and attach it to your application in the recruitment system.
Essential Criteria
Qualifications and Education- Postgraduate degree at PhD level in a subject area or relevant industrial experience within the biomedical sciences area.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience- Teaching experience and qualifications at undergraduate/postgraduate level within the biomedical sciences area.
- Demonstrate specialist knowledge and current advancements within the academic subject area biomedical diseases, encompassing one or more of the following: (i) cardiovascular, (ii) respiratory, (iii) other relevant human diseases, and (iv) physiological or genetic aspects of biomedical diseases.
- Ability to design, deliver and continuously develop modules across the Schools teaching programmes.
Pastoral, Communication and Team Working- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex and conceptual ideas clearly and confidently to others using high level skills and a range of media
- The ability to provide appropriate pastoral support to students, appreciate the needs of individual students and their circumstances and to act as a personal tutor.
Other- Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and teamworking within work and the delivery of higher education teaching
Desirable Criteria - Relevant professional qualification(s).
- Evidence of collaborations with industry and stakeholders relevant to university education.
- Proven ability to work without close supervision.
- Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
- Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the teaching and research activities of the School.
- A willingness to take responsibility for academically related administration and management.
