Senior Lecturer in Research Methods and Biostatistics
Join the University of Chester as a Senior Lecturer in Research Methods and Biostatistics for a fixed-term maternity cover role.
Best for:Best for experienced academics with a PhD and a background in medical sciences, biostatistics, and higher education teaching.
Overview
The University of Chester is seeking an experienced academic to join its Medical Sciences team as a Senior Lecturer in Research Methods and Biostatistics on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will deliver engaging teaching across postgraduate programmes, contribute to translational medicine curricula, and teach research methods and biostatistics. Responsibilities also include supervising student research projects, supporting admissions and student progression, and engaging in independent or collaborative research. Applicants should hold a relevant PhD and possess a strong commitment to high-quality, inclusive education.
What you'll do
- Develop and deliver engaging teaching across postgraduate medical science programmes
- Teach research methods and biostatistics to undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Lead or contribute to modules and coordinate colleagues for high-quality programme delivery
- Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects
- Provide academic and pastoral support, including acting as a Personal Academic Tutor
- Contribute to curriculum development, quality assurance, and student recruitment
- Engage in independent and collaborative research activity, including publications and external partnerships
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in a relevant subject alongside a good first degree
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Relevant expertise in medical sciences or related clinical specialisms
- Demonstrated ability to teach research methods and biostatistics
- Prior experience of teaching in higher education
- Experience of supervising undergraduate and postgraduate student research
- Commitment to high-quality, inclusive, and student-centred education
- Ability to provide academic leadership while working collaboratively
- Right to work in the United Kingdom
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-28 (Europe/London)
Interested candidates should apply online through the University of Chester job portal by submitting the required application materials before the closing date. For informal inquiries, contact Dr Claire Lucas via email.
- CV
- Cover letter
Contact
Claire Lucas· Head of Medical Sciences
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