Shape clinically‑relevant research capability in the next generation of Allied Health Professionals.
Join the University of Plymouth to lead high‑quality, practice‑focused clinical research teaching within a vibrant postgraduate portfolio.
About the role
This part‑time post (0.5 FTE) focuses on delivering and advancing high‑quality clinical research education and scholarship across a suite of postgraduate programmes for Allied Health Professionals. The role combines research‑led teaching, postgraduate supervision, and contribution to applied clinical research activity, supporting professionals to develop research capability, impact and evidence‑informed practice aligned with real‑world clinical contexts.
You will lead on the following (scaled appropriately for 0.5 FTE):
- Clinical research teaching and curriculum delivery
- Lead and contribute to postgraduate modules in clinical research methods, evidence‑based practice and applied inquiry for Allied Health Professionals.
- Postgraduate supervision and academic support
- Supervise and support postgraduate student research projects/dissertations, ensuring academic rigour, ethical compliance and practice relevance.
- Integration of research, clinical practice and teaching
- Embed current clinical research, scholarship and professional practice into teaching, enhancing student employability and impact within healthcare settings.
- Contribution to research and scholarly activity
- Contribute to applied clinical research, dissemination, and where appropriate collaborative grant or service‑evaluation activity aligned with School priorities.
- Programme development and quality enhancement
- Contribute to the ongoing development, review and evaluation of postgraduate provision, including flexible and distance‑learning delivery.
For more information on School of Health Professions please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools
For this role, you will need to be on site 2 days a week. Although we can accommodate working from home for this role, flexibility to be on-site will be expected due to business needs.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Keith Walker: by email at [email protected]
What we’re looking for
You will:
- Be a Masters qualified health care professional
- Have sufficient depth to support postgraduate teaching, supervision and innovation in research‑led education.
- Have experience of postgraduate‑level teaching and/or supervision, particularly within health, clinical, or professional practice programmes.
- Have commitment to research‑informed, student‑centred education, including inclusive, flexible and digitally‑enabled learning approaches appropriate for working professionals.
- Have the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and with practice partners, supporting interprofessional learning, research collaboration and clinical relevance.
For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.
About us
You will join the School of Health Professions within the University of Plymouth, a collaborative, interdisciplinary community with strong links to clinical practice, professional bodies and regional and national health providers. The team is committed to applied research, high‑quality postgraduate education, and supporting health professionals to deliver evidence‑based, impactful care across diverse healthcare settings.
The Faculty of Health holds four Silver Athena Swan awards, which recognise our commitment to supporting gender equality within 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
Staff appointed within the Faculty of Health may be able to join the NHS pension scheme subject to eligibility criteria.
We have a wide range of staff benefits available to employees, depending on eligibility:
- Generous annual leave: 35* Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part-time) 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
- Pro rata if part-time/fixed term contract
A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.
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
