SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE
The post-holder will contribute to teaching on our BSc Marine Biology degree but a large focus of this role will be at MSc level by contributing to and leading (as Programme Director) our new MSc Marine Conservation, set to launch in September 2026. The candidate will have an expertise in marine conservation. Links to relevant external agencies and commercial partners that could enhance our students’ experience and career prospects, and also provide research income, would be an advantage. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Support marine science teaching through delivery of lectures and practical classes at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
- Be Programme Director for the MSc Marine Conservation.
- Support student projects, particularly at MSc level.
- Coordinate and lead field trips across various modules associated with our marine undergraduate and MSc programmes.
- Conduct research in an area of marine conservation relevant to one or more of the School research themes. Secure funding to support this research.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential - Education and Training
Formal qualifications and relevant training (evidence of):
- A Ph.D. in marine biology or a relevant related discipline.
- Expected to become a FHEA within 2 years unless already achieved.
Desirable – Education and Training
Formal qualifications and relevant training (evidence of):
- Already a FHEA.
Essential – Work Experience
Ability to undertake duties of the post (evidence of):
- Experience in teaching effectively at undergraduate and masters level.
- Experience in module leadership.
- Ability to supervise undergraduate and masters dissertations in relevant areas of marine science.
- An emerging track record in the research field of marine conservation, appropriate to career stage.
- Ability to lead the MSc Marine Conservation as Programme Director.
Desirable – Work Experience
- Ability to undertake duties of the post (evidence of):
- Ability to supervise doctoral student projects.
- Ability to contribute to residential field courses.
- Willingness to contribute to recruitment activities e.g. open days/Clearing call centre.
- Evidence of successful grant capture.
Salary: £48,822
Application deadline: February 19, 2026
