Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Genetics and Developmental Biology
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About ARU:
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a vibrant workplace and our University is gaining prominence both nationally and internationally. Recently the recipient of the Time Higher Education 'University of the Year' award and a teaching excellence framework (TEF) gold award, ARU is a rising star in the UK and internationally. We have ambitious plans for the future and we are determined that our students and staff will realise their full potential. Our main campuses in the cities of Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough and Writtle continue to be transformed with major capital investment. With an annual turnover of over £200m, we are a major force for higher education and one of the largest universities in the East of England.
About the Role:
You will join our School of Life Sciences, working with academics teaching and conducting world-class research in Biomedical Science, Forensic Science, Crime and Investigative Science, , and Animal and Environmental Biology, based in our Faculty of Science and Engineering. We seek expertise in developmental biology and genetics, and expertise in areas such as CRISPR, bioinformatics or other fundamental genetics techniques applied to development.
We are a forward-looking and enthusiastic School with a vision that combines commitment to a strong and active research culture with excellence in learning and teaching.
With a PhD or professional doctorate in a related discipline, you will have teaching and research experience which will be applicable to the core mission of the School of Life Sciences and which will enhance the student and staff experience. You will ensure high standards of teaching, whilst adhering to quality assurance standards, and provide an excellent student experience. You will be committed to research and prepared to work as part of multi-disciplinary teams, as well as developing your personal research activities. Your research will align to the School's research strategy ( https://aru.ac.uk/science-and-engineering/life-sciences/research ). You will possess excellent communications skills and will demonstrate a flexible approach to work.
We are fully committed to Athena SWAN, equality and diversity principles. We are keen to promote women in science and are keen to accommodate staff with family or caring responsibilities. Flexible working requests are welcomed. All staff are encouraged to work in an ' agile ' manner adopting work patterns which best suit the needs of the individual and the institution.
For informal enquiries please contact Professor Christopher Parris, Head of School of Life Sciences at Chris.parris@aru.ac.uk , or Rebecca Jones, Deputy Head of School at rebecca.jones1@aru.ac.uk
Closing date: 01 January 2025
Find out more about working with us and how we recruit .
We have an agile working culture and offer an extensive range of benefits including generous holiday entitlement, occupational pension schemes, training and development opportunities, travel to work scheme and a competitive relocation package. Visit our benefits page for full details.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of our staff and students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that ARU will carry out online searches as part of the due diligence on short listed candidates.
We value diversity at ARU and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Committed to being inclusive and open to discuss flexible working.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.
Guidance Notes:
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