Job Description

The School of Health and Society is pleased to announce that due to growth in the subject area of Psychology we are seeking to appoint a permanent, fractional, Lecturer to contribute to our Undergraduate and Postgraduate provision.


Your primary role will be to support the MSc Forensic Psychology, a burgeoning practice and research area at the university. You will also contribute to teaching and research with emphasis on the core areas of the undergraduate BPS syllabus and contribution to one or more of our research themes.

The School of Health & Society

With over 9,000 students we are the largest School at the University, with colleagues and students from all over the world. We are a forward-thinking, dynamic school with a commitment to lifelong learning and real-world impact.


We offer programmes across a range of subject areas including counselling, nursing, and midwifery, allied and public health, psychology, sociology, social work and social policy, policing and criminology, and sport.


Through our interdisciplinary research network and three research centres, we focus on improving health, social and individual outcomes.


Our award-winning facilities give students real-world experience, and we have plans to further develop our estate to build on this success notably via the completion of our new clinical sciences building in 2026.


We are part of the global healthcare community and collaboration is at the heart of what we do, working with a wide range of industry partners locally, regionally and globally.


By joining us, you will become part of a wide network of professionals, sharing knowledge and expertise. Like us, you will be passionate and committed and will be part of our ambitious journey, to shape the health professionals, community and social leaders of the future.


Read more: Careers at the School of Health and Society | University of Salford

What's in it for you?

Competitive salary

and excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave

plus the option to buy additional days

Professional development

- a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential

Our community

- there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity -- in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives

The perks!

MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts

Wellbeing

- your wellbeing is our priority. We have a wide range of dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health

Sustainable Salford

- We embed sustainability in all aspects of university life and have a commitment to becoming NetZero Carbon by 2038

Location and campuses

- Our location sets us apart. We are just 2km from Manchester city centre. Our Peel Park campus is unique and offers lots of green spaces and a wide range of facilities on site

Team Salford

- By joining us, you can be part of our ambitious journey and help make a real difference to the people and communities we support

For further information about our school, please visit

https://www.salford.ac.uk/jobs/careers-school-health-and-society