Senior Lecturer in Optometry & Ophthalmic Dispensing

By joining the University of Central Lancashire, you’ll become part of a thriving community of talent that’s united by a shared vision – to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Every colleague has a vital role to play in helping us achieve this vision.

About the role:

The School of Medicine and Dentistry has a growing Vision Sciences provision area. As the Vision Sciences provision develops and expands, there is a need for colleagues to assist in the leadership and delivery of the programmes.

The School wishes to appoint a Senior Lecturer in Optometry and Ophthalmic Dispensing to support the management of the Vision Sciences educational provision, quality assurance, and assessment of credit and non-credit bearing courses in this area.

About you:

The successful candidate will have experience of teaching in Higher Education alongside experience of research and knowledge exchange. Registration with the General Optical Council as a dispensing optician is essential. Candidates will have an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) and PhD in a relevant subject. A formal teaching qualification or membership of the Higher Education Academy.

Informal enquiries are welcomed - please contact R Lovell-Patel, Associate Dean for Students and Teaching, School of Medicine and Dentistry, via email in the first instance.

Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

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