You will deliver high-quality teaching across anatomy and biosciences, including lectures, tutorials and practical sessions, while supporting curriculum development and assessment. The role includes leading a Year 1 block, mentoring students, and contributing to research and scholarly activity. You will also engage in student recruitment, widening participation, and collaborative work across the Faculty.

We are seeking an enthusiastic educator with experience in teaching gross anatomy and biosciences in higher education, strong pedagogical skills, and a commitment to student success.

Based at our Chester campus, you’ll benefit from excellent facilities, including advanced simulation and anatomy resources, and a supportive academic community. 

Closing Date: 30 Apr 2026

Department/Division: Academic

Salary: £39,906 to £43,482

Chester Medical School is seeking a committed and enthusiastic academic to join our growing team as a Lecturer in Cellular Science (Histopathology). This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality teaching, research, and professional practice within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Role and responsibilities

• Deliver engaging teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level, with a focus on biomedical science - cellular science (histopathology).
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• Contribute to the development and delivery of innovative curricula, including laboratory-based teaching and assessment.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and dissertations.
• Develop independent and collaborative research, aligned with the division’s research strategy.
• Contribute to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) provision and external engagement.
• Provide academic and pastoral support to students, acting as a Personal Academic Tutor where appropriate.
• Undertake module leadership, curriculum development, and quality assurance responsibilities.

Collaborate with NHS partners, external stakeholders, and professional bodies to enhance research, teaching, and employability outcomes.

Qualifications

• A good first degree in a relevant subject.
• A Masters qualification in biomedical science, or a related field.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (such as AdvanceHE) or willingness to achieve this within an agreed timescale.
• A PhD in a relevant discipline, or willingness to work towards this within an agreed period.

Experience and skills

• Demonstrated expertise to deliver lectures and laboratory teaching in biomedical science (cellular science/ histopathology).

• Previous experience of teaching in higher education.
• A proven track record of contributing to the development of teaching, learning, or research practice.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Human Tissue Act (HTA) and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Experience of working in an NHS laboratory (essential).
• HCPC registration (desirable).
• Strong organisational, administrative, and IT skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute to cross-disciplinary projects.
• Commitment to supporting students both academically and pastorally, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

For more information please contact Dr Michelle Cordingley, Deputy Head of Medical Sciences m.cordingley@chester.ac.uk

Closing Date: 27 Apr 2026

Department/Division: Academic

Salary: £39,906 to £43,482

You will be responsible for providing administrative support for the management of placements, from placement allocation to answering queries in relation to capacity management and data returns for statutory bodies.  

You will work alongside the Quality Manager and Placement Coordinator to implement, enhance and develop processes and procedures with particular focus on development of the placement circuit. 

You will have proven experience of building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, substantial experience within an administrative role and desirably experience of working in HE or similar complex organisations. 

Holding a high level of ICT proficiency, you will have proven advanced administrative skills. An excellent communicator, you will be comfortable working within a team environment, but able to prioritise your own workload in a changing, fast paced setting. Experience of working with similar complex databases is desirable but not essential. 

Educated to ‘A’ level standard or an equivalent level qualification is essential.

Closing Date: 19 Apr 2026

Department/Division: Professional Services

Salary: £26,093 to £28,031 per annum

You will be responsible for providing administrative support for the management of placements, from placement allocation to answering queries in relation to capacity management and data returns for statutory bodies.  

You will work alongside the Quality Manager and Placement Coordinator to implement, enhance and develop processes and procedures with particular focus on development of the placement circuit. 

You will have proven experience of building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, substantial experience within an administrative role and desirably experience of working in HE or similar complex organisations. 

Holding a high level of ICT proficiency, you will have proven advanced administrative skills. An excellent communicator, you will be comfortable working within a team environment, but able to prioritise your own workload in a changing, fast paced setting. Experience of working with similar complex databases is desirable but not essential. 

Educated to ‘A’ level standard or an equivalent level qualification is essential.

Closing Date: 19 Apr 2026

Department/Division: Professional Services

Salary: £26,093 to £28,031 per annum pro rata

The Division of Public Health, Sport and Wellbeing is seeking to appoint a Senior Lecturer in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Occupational Health) to join our team as soon as reasonably possible. This role offers flexible hybrid working, with a balance of on‑campus and home working to suit both the individual and the needs of the position.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an innovative programme delivered via distance learning (online) to Occupational Health nursing students across England and Wales. As part of this forward-thinking course team, you will help shape and support vital professional development at a national level. There will also be opportunities to contribute to other programmes within the division, including the Masters in Public Health.

You will be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a nurse or midwife and on the SCPHN register, with professional experience in Occupational Health. While teaching experience is desirable, we also welcome applicants seeking to transition from specialist practice into academia. The faculty provides a supportive framework for colleagues who are new to teaching.

In addition to teaching, the role includes supporting students and practice assessors/supervisors through the practice component of the course, and working with stakeholders to maintain effective communication and strong governance. You will be supported in these responsibilities by the course leader and the wider academic team.

Prospective candidates are warmly invited to contact the Deputy Head of Division, Dr Jean Evers (j.evers@chester.ac.uk), for an informal discussion about the role.

Closing Date: 17 Apr 2026

Department/Division: Academic

Salary: £44,746 to £50,253