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Job Description

Senior Lecturer in Physiology (Respiratory)
Salary: Grade H £46,049 – £58,225 p.a.
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week)
Job Reference: R08672
Location: UWE Bristol – Frenchay Campus

About Us

The School of Applied Sciences at UWE Bristol is one of the UK’s leading centres for healthcare science education. We deliver three BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science Practitioner degree apprenticeship programmes—Physiological Sciences, Clinical Engineering, and Medical Physics Technology. Alongside these, we run commissioned programmes such as the PGCert in Clinical Echocardiography, PGCert in Sleep Medicine, and the Graduate Diploma in Respiratory Science.

Our school has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Biomedical Sciences, and we are currently developing a new MPharm programme, where physiology will play a key role.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Lecturer in Physiology (Respiratory) to contribute to a range of well-established programmes, including:

• BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Physiological Sciences)
• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
• Graduate Diploma in Respiratory Science

You will also support the development of new initiatives such as the MPharm course, helping to shape physiology teaching across our portfolio.

This is a full-time, permanent post focused on excellence in teaching and student support. Applicants with significant experience in respiratory science are strongly encouraged to apply. Clinical practice experience will be considered an advantage.

About You

We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about teaching and advancing education in respiratory physiology. You should have:

• A PhD in a relevant subject, or a Master’s qualification with substantial professional practice
• Teaching experience across physiology, with a focus on respiratory science
• Proven ability to design and deliver innovative teaching materials
• Experience supervising final-year research projects in physiology

Additional strengths such as module/programme development and experience in clinical practice will be advantageous.

We welcome applications from candidates who share our UWE values—collegiate working, strong leadership, and commitment to staying up to date with sector developments and best practice.

You will be supported by an experienced senior lecturer as a mentor, with access to staff development funding for professional and subject-specific training.

Why Join UWE Bristol?

At UWE Bristol, we pride ourselves on being:

• One of the largest Higher Education providers in the South West with over 38,000 students and 4,000 staff
• A globally connected institution, rooted in Bristol—one of the UK’s most vibrant and forward-thinking cities
• A university recognised for our Athena SWAN Silver Award, demonstrating our commitment to gender equality, flexible working, and career development

We offer:

• Competitive pay and career average pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Retail discounts, onsite nursery, and access to excellent facilities
• A tailored professional development programme to support academic staff in achieving the highest standards of teaching

Diversity and Inclusion

We value the richness that diversity brings. As part of a multicultural city, we are committed to building an inclusive community where everyone can thrive.

We particularly welcome applications from Global Majority backgrounds and female candidates, as these groups are underrepresented in our school. However, all appointments are made on merit.

As a Disability Confident employer, we also welcome applications from candidates who identify as having a disability.

Further Information

• This post is full-time and permanent, though applications for job share or part-time arrangements are welcome.
• The role is primarily campus-based at our Frenchay Campus, with opportunities for flexible/home working.
• Visa sponsorship may be available for eligible candidates under the Home Office Skilled Worker route. Please refer to the Skilled Worker Guidance and the Right to Work Checklist before applying.
• Please note: UWE does not cover visa or health surcharge costs.

How to Apply

If you’re excited about shaping the future of respiratory physiology teaching at UWE, we’d love to hear from you.

Complete the online application form as soon as possible

Clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience match the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification, providing examples where possible

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email with details of the next steps.

For informal discussions, please contact:

Dr Karina Stewart, Subject Lead – Karina.stewart@uwe.ac.uk

Dr Lyn Newton, Head of School – Lyn.newton@uwe.ac.uk