This is an exciting chance to be part of a progressive and cutting-edge University in a beautiful location, where you can really make a difference.
The School of Biological and Marine Sciences at the University of Plymouth www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools/school-of-biological-and-marine-sciences is seeking to appoint a new lecturer to further enhance our expertise in Marine Science.
About the role
We welcome applications from candidates with strong practical and theoretical expertise in physical oceanography, particularly in open ocean systems. Preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate hands-on experience with oceanographic instrumentation.
For this position, we especially value candidates with established industry collaborations or partnerships.
You will be:
- A highly motivated and dynamic academic who seeks the opportunity to build a career in a University with an outstanding international reputation in marine science
- Expected to deliver high-quality research and teaching while becoming an active and productive member of the School’s academic community.
This role forms part of the newly created Centre for Coastal and Ocean Processes and Engineering (C-COPE), one of a six centres of research excellence within the Faculty of Science and Engineering that have been recognised of strategic importance to the University.
This appointment will complement and build on our existing research and teaching strengths. Our marine science team has internationally recognised expertise in coastal processes, physical processes in marine systems, the role of dynamic processes in the marine ecosystem and assessing human impacts in that environment, and a growing expertise in marine autonomous systems.
This role is closely aligned to our BSc programmes in Ocean Science, Ocean Exploration and Surveying and Ocean Science and Marine Conservation, and the postgraduate programmes, MSc Applied Marine Science and MSc Hydrography.
You will:
- Deliver teaching in the theory, acquisition and analysis of marine geospatial data, and across all aspects of physical oceanography
- Have a doctoral degree in a relevant field, supported by experience at postdoctoral or equivalent level
- Have an excellent research track record demonstrated through high calibre outputs of a quality likely to contribute to our future UK Research Excellence Framework (REF) submission
- Have clear evidence of successful grant applications as a PI is desirable
The successful candidate may be required to obtain an ATAS Certificate prior to this research being undertaken.
You will be based at the University of Plymouth city centre campus. Although we can acommodate working from home for this role, flexibility to be on-site will be expected due to business needs.
For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Simon Ingram: by email at [email protected]
About us
The School of Biological and Marine Sciences holds a Bronze Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education.
The University of Plymouth has a strong interdisciplinary research ethos which is supported by our two strategic Research Institutes; the Marine Institute and the Sustainable Earth Institute. As a member of our academic community, you’ll be expected to contribute to our recognised research strengths. Working holistically across the University, you will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and deliver impactful research contributions as part of a systems thinking approach to addressing today’s global challenges.
Application Process
Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, skills and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.
Our Offer
We have a wide range of staff benefits available to employees, depending on eligibility:
- Generous annual leave: 35 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays & Closure Days
- Generous pension scheme
- Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Development opportunities
- Enhanced family leave
- Flexible working
- Retailer discounts
- On-site nursery
A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.
A relocation package may be available to the successful candidate, conditions apply.
Additional Information
The University of Plymouth is building an inclusive and equitable university where everyone feels represented, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is guided by the Inclusive Institutions Framework, a strategic and externally validated approach that embeds these principles across the entire institution. To find out more please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages
