If you have a record of achievement that demonstrates the commitment, aptitude and enthusiasm to contribute to our global learning community through excellent teaching, scholarship, research and innovation, along with a shared passion for our values and vision, we look forward to receiving your application. We are particularly keen to hear from, and to support, applicants who will help develop our research standing and who will enhance the diversity of our university, our community and our partnerships.
Principal duties and responsibilities
You will be required to make a significant contribution to the development, and programme management of our taught MSc in Forensic psychology. The role includes acting as the Programme Director of the MSc in Forensic Psychology (which recruits approx. 30 students per year) and liaising with the Programme Director of the MSc Health Psychology (recruiting approx. 20 students per year) on shared modules and in meeting the BPS requirements for both programmes. In addition, you will be expected to contribute to the delivery of the post graduate Forensic Psychology modules, shared MSc Health Psychology modules, and elements of the BSc Psychology & BSc Psychology & Criminology programmes (depending on your area of expertise and experience). Other qualities include being enthusiastic about student-centred pedagogy, making a significant contribution to the research profile of the department, employability, and professional engagement with relevant internal and external organisations, at a regional, national and international level. You will be expected to contribute to the research profile of the department and to meet the qualitative and quantitative requirements for submission to the next Research Excellence Framework.
What we are looking for
An in-depth knowledge of specialist subject and professional area.
An in-depth understanding of pedagogy.
An in-depth understanding of research/enterprise and scholarly activity.
Ability to design, develop and deliver a range of programmes at various levels.
Ability to review programme design on a regular basis to ensure compliance with quality standards and academic regulations and to make alterations where appropriate.
Ability to contribute to the achievement of the School Development Plan and the institutions strategic planning processes.
Ability to develop research objectives, prepare proposals, carry out independent research, referee and contribute to peer assessment.
Ability to identify opportunities for strategic development/improvement e.g. research projects, new courses, consultancy.
Ability to identify (through the analysis of appropriate management information) areas requiring improved performance e.g. student numbers, student satisfaction.
Experience of HE teaching or equivalent.
Experience of providing academic leadership and first line support/mentoring for other colleagues.
Experience of engaging in pedagogic and practitioner research.
A good honours degree.
Doctoral qualification.
Ability to achieve Fellow Status as part of the Higher Education Academy’s Professional Recognition scheme, within agreed timescales (as soon as is practicably possible and definitely within three years of commencement of employment).
You will be an enthusiastic and friendly professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a commitment to providing an excellent student experience. An established or promising research profile and very good teaching experience on relevant programmes is essential.
To be successful you will further enrich our students’ experience through your expertise and subject knowledge as evidenced through your qualifications and experience.
Contact Us
If you would like to talk with us about this opportunity please contact Declan Connaughton (Applied Psychology Lead), at
[email protected].
All applications must be submitted online.
The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.
Further details:
Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Should a high volume of applications be received, we may need to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.
Cardiff Metropolitan University is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.
All applicants with disabilities, or those who are part of the Armed Forces community who during the shortlisting process meet the essential criteria for the role will be progressed to the next stage.
The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.
Why Work Here?
We invite you to join our collaborative community!
Dating back to 1865, we remain rooted in Wales with a global reach, offering you a world of opportunity. Our education, research and innovation deliver positive impact for equality, social inclusion and environmental sustainability, locally, nationally and internationally.
Are you ready to contribute to something remarkable?
Join us in helping us to progress and deliver real change.
School/Unit
School of Sport & Health Sciences
Location
Llandaff Campus
Salary
£53,301 to £61,759 per annum
Permanent
Post Type
Full Time
Closing Date
Friday 24 July 2026
Reference
2526535
