About this role
The School of Applied Sciences at UWE Bristol is seeking to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Science Communication. This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant community of science communication researchers and practitioners who are working at the cutting edge of science communication research and practice. The Science Communication Unit (SCU) is recognised for internationally leading research, creative approaches to practice and outstanding teaching, which seeks to bring science and society closer together. The SCU’s portfolio of activities is extensive, including innovative approaches to engaging diverse publics and over two decades of experience teaching science communication, including via our flagship MSc Science Communication programme. The successful candidate will design and deliver effective teaching and learning opportunities across our science communication modules and programmes at UWE Bristol and via our continuing professional development (CPD) programmes, delivered in person and online to delegates internationally. The post holder will also be expected to directly contribute to research and knowledge exchange conducted within the SCU.
This is a part-time (0.4 FTE), permanent post and we are particularly looking for candidates who can demonstrate expertise in science communication and research experience in either quantitative and/or qualitative methodologies.
The School of Applied Sciences is a very proud recipient of an Athena SWAN Silver Award and our commitment to creating a culture for gender equality is reflected in a number of ongoing actions related to workload management, flexible working and career development within the School.
About you
Candidates will be expected to have or be working towards completion of a PhD in science communication or a subject relevant to the post. We are looking for candidates who have experience of teaching, research and/or practice in science communication, with excellent interpersonal skills, interests in delivering training of different types, and enthusiasm to develop their science communication research. We are particularly looking for candidates with science communication expertise in one or more of these areas but we are open to applications from candidates with other research interests:
- Digital, design-based and/or visual methods for science communication
- Research on the science-policy interface
- Social media use in science communication, including topics like mis/disinformation
- AI, data science and machine learning in science communication
This expertise should be combined with experience in either quantitative and/or qualitative research methodologies appropriate to science communication, with preference given to experience in quantitative approaches for this post.
We are looking for candidates who align to the UWE values. Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate their experience of collegiate working and strong organisational skills. They will be expected to demonstrate how they will keep abreast of latest developments in this subject area and external best practice benchmarks.
The successful candidate will be supported in this role by an experienced senior lecturer as a mentor. Candidates will be expected to work towards a PG Certificate in Learning and Teaching in HE unless already obtained. The successful candidate will be supported to apply for internal funding to develop their research via UWE Bristol’s Research & Investment Framework (RIF).
Where you will be working
UWE Bristol is a campus-based University, with vibrant campus communities that are central to student life.
In this role, you’ll be based at our modern Frenchay Campus where we’ve invested in state-of-the-art facilities designed to help both staff and students succeed.
You’ll spend most of your time on campus with the opportunity to work from home on the remaining days.
Why UWE Bristol?
We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in vibrant Bristol, our ambitions are to make a positive difference to our planet, transforming futures through actions and solving real world challenges.
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including progressive pay rates, very generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.
We also provide a tailored professional programme to support our academic colleagues in delivering the highest in professional teaching standards.
Add your individuality to ours
UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community.
We’re part of a vibrant, multicultural city and welcome talented people from all backgrounds. Diversity is our strength, enhancing creativity, decision‑making, and problem‑solving. Join our supportive community and thrive.
We particularly encourage applications from global majority candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.
As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage applications from disabled or neurodivergent candidates.
Further information
This post is part-time (0.4 FTE) and permanent (subject to successful completion of a probationary period) with an ideal start date of January 2027 or soon after.
If you would like an informal discussion, please contact:
Director of the Science Communication Unit, Professor Clare Wilkinson: [email protected] or HoS Dr Lyn Newton: [email protected]
Interviews are scheduled to take place on 19th October 2026
Salary offers are made in line with the University’s salary assessment guidelines, reflecting your relevant skills and experience in parity with colleagues. The University’s normal practice is that new appointments will be made at the starting point of the grade.
Right to Work in the UK
If offered a role, you will need to provide valid documentation confirming your right to work in the UK before employment begins. Guidance on acceptable documents is available via the Home Office Right to Work Checklist. Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
Next Steps
We’d love to hear from you - if this role excites you, please complete our application form as soon as possible and tell us how your skills and experience meet the criteria listed in the Person Specification, using clear and relevant examples wherever possible.
We’ll keep you informed of the outcome by email once shortlisting is complete.
