Lecturer B / Senior Lecturer in Biotechnology

University of Surrey

  • Guildford, Surrey
  • £47,389-61,759 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.The roleFunction: The activities involved in the post are;- Active participation in curriculum development, establishment, and delivery of our new MSc course in Biotechnology.- Contribution to the delivery of lectures, conduction of tutorials, seminars and workshops, and supervision of hands-on laboratory classes on the main aspects of biotechnology and related fields.- Academic mentorship to advise and support students through their academic journey and guide them into the start of their future career as biotechnologists.The successful candidate is expected to be involved in the research activities of the School (publishing, securing funding, and building industry partnerships) and to collaborate with leading national and international academics and researchers.The role also involves participation in the broader academic community through involvement in departmental and school-wide administration and strategic planning.Please note that these roles will be offered at either Lecturer B or Senior Lecturer level depending on your experience (see job profile below for further details). The salary range for a Lecturer B starts at £47,389 and Senior Lecturer starts at £58,225.About youThis is a one year fixed term post in the first instance and will be dedicated to the set up and delivery of the MSc Biotechnology.This position would be suitable for early to mid-career researchers with academic experience after completion of their PhD, and who could demonstrate:
  • Significant research and teaching experience in biotechnology / biochemical engineering.
  • Knowledge and familiarity of the field of biotechnology sufficient to develop and deliver biotechnology related topics at the level of post-graduate teaching.
  • Research background with high-quality published work in international academic journals, commensurate in quantity for the discipline and years of experience.
  • A track record of high-quality teaching and positive student feedback.
  • Enthusiasm for modern teaching methods and reflective teaching practices including blended learning and teaching, face-to-face and on-line teaching, and the use of case studies, simulations and/or problem-solving approaches.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to connect well with students, colleagues, and academic and industrial contacts.
  • Experience or potential to attract research funding from national and international funding agencies and from industry.
Qualifications
  • Doctoral qualification in Biotechnology / Biochemical Technology / Engineering Biology or closely related applied subjects.
  • Teaching qualification and/or membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous.
  • Experience within the broad landscape of biotechnology and engineering biology. Areas of interest include applied microbiology, bioprocess engineering, and biotechnology of biologically active compounds (e.g. antibiotics, recombinant proteins, vaccines, biopharmaceuticals, enzymes, food and feed additives).
  • Knowledge of topics such as downstream bioprocessing, environmental or industrial biotechnology, biocatalysis and biotransformation, and biomaterials is desirable.
Key skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Ability to create and maintain effective research collaboration
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Computer literacy and knowledge of computer packages and software specific for the discipline
  • Excellent planning and organisational skills
How to applyPlease apply with a CV and Cover letter on the university website describing in detail your suitability for the post.Informal enquiries should be made to Prof Claudio Avignone RossaInterviews will take place on either the 29th or 30th September.Further details

University of Surrey