University Teacher in Psychology
Join Loughborough University as a University Teacher to support undergraduate and postgraduate psychology programmes.
Best for:Best for experienced psychology educators with a passion for teaching and student support in higher education.
Overview
Loughborough University is seeking an enthusiastic University Teacher to join the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching and assessment across core psychology areas, including cognitive, biological, developmental, social, and research methods. The role also involves supervising student dissertations and supporting a diverse learner population. This is a full-time, term-time only position offered on a fixed-term contract until February 2028.
What you'll do
- Deliver high-quality teaching and assessment across core psychology modules.
- Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student dissertations.
- Provide academic support to a diverse student body.
- Contribute to the development of curriculum materials in psychology.
- Engage in administrative tasks related to teaching and student progression.
Requirements
Degree required: BPS accredited undergraduate qualification in Psychology or a related discipline, plus a relevant postgraduate qualification.
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Experience in teaching and assessment within a higher education setting.
- Strong knowledge of core psychology areas as defined by the British Psychological Society.
- Ability to support and mentor students from diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must hold a BPS accredited undergraduate degree.
- Must hold a relevant postgraduate qualification.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-01
Interested candidates should submit their application through the university's online recruitment portal. Please ensure all required documentation is uploaded as specified in the job description.
- CV
- Cover letter
Contact
Hannah White· Learning and Teaching Discipline Group Lead for Psychology
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