Job Description

Ref Number

B02-08921

Professional Expertise

Teaching, Teaching Support and Examination Support

Department

School of Life & Medical Sciences (B02)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Full time

Salary

54,172-63,752

Contract Type

Permanent

Working Type

On site

Available for Secondment

No

Closing Date

23-Jul-2025

About us

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Biosciences is one of the world's foremost centres for learning in the biological sciences and one of the largest Divisions within UCL, undertaking a significant amount of research and teaching. The Division has a diverse portfolio addressing all areas of biology from protein interactions to cell function, organism development, genetics, population studies and the environment. Computational modelling approaches are frequently used alongside experimental research programmes and much of our research crosses traditional boundaries, including the relationship of biodiversity to the health of the planet. Activity is underpinned by high calibre science technology platforms and state of the art equipment. Educational activity includes a range of undergraduate programmes, an expanding number of Masters Programmes and a substantial number of postgraduate research students.



This is an exciting opportunity to join the Department of Genetics, Evolution and Environment for the delivery of teaching throughout the Biological Sciences degree programmes.

About the role

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We seek to appoint a teaching lecturer in the Department of Genetics, Evolution and Environment (GEE) at UCL. The appointment will complement and build on our existing teaching and research strengths in GEE and will be based at UCL's Bloomsbury campus. You will primarily be responsible for the delivery of teaching throughout the Biological Sciences degree programmes (Biological Sciences; Biological Sciences: Computational Biology; Biodiversity and Conservation; Cell and Developmental Biology; Genetics; Human Genetics; Zoology). In particular, you will be tasked with leading and delivering our undergraduate "Plant Biology" module.



The postholder will also be expected to design and deliver lectures, tutorials, workshops, laboratory practical sessions and field courses in face-to-face settings, to a variety of class sizes. The applicant will lead a module targeted at second- and third-year undergraduates, assist where required with existing modules, develop and implement assessments and provide feedback to students, act as a personal tutor to undergraduate students and supervise research projects, both individual and collaborative. You will also actively participate in strategic curriculum development, coordinating programmes and modules, and supporting students. Time is also allocated within workloads for scholarship and research to underpin research-based education, and for your continuing professional development.



This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Academic Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/policies/2021/jun/conditions-service-academic-staff for more information.



This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 80% on site.



A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.



If you have any queries about the role, please contact John Labbadia at j.labbadia@ucl.ac.uk.



If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact the HR Administrator at fls.hr@ucl.ac.uk quoting the advert reference number in the subject line.

About you

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The successful applicant will have a proven track record in teaching and curriculum development, a strong interest in interdisciplinary working, translational activity, and widening participation. All activities that are carried out within this role must be undertaken in a way that demonstrates the University's commitment to Equality and Diversity for staff, students and partners.



You must hold a PhD (or equivalent) in an area related to our Biological Sciences degree programmes, as well as previous teaching and research experience within the Biosciences. We particularly welcome applicants with experience in plant biology (molecular, development, physiology or genomics). The successful individual should also have experience of designing and delivering research-based teaching at a world leading university.

What we offer

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As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:


41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)

Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme

Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)

Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

Immigration loan and expenses

Relocation scheme for certain posts

On-Site nursery

On-site gym

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service

Discounted medical insurance


Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.



We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.



Our division holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality. You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/