Lecturer in Translational Medicine; Respiratory Medicine - FTE

Chester Medical School is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Translational Medicine with expertise in Respiratory Medicine to join the Medical Sciences division. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an expanding and ambitious Medical School and to play a key role in the delivery and development of teaching and research in Translational Medicine. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and will lead the Respiratory Medicine pathway within the MSc Translational Medicine programme.

You will join a collaborative academic team committed to delivering high quality education, developing impactful research, and supporting students to achieve their full potential.

Chester Medical School is a dynamic and innovative academic community committed to excellence in education, research, and healthcare practice. The school delivers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes designed to prepare graduates for careers in medicine, biomedical sciences, and healthcare.

• BSc Biomedical Science
• BSc Pharmacology
• MSc Biomedical Science
• MSc Haematology
• MSc Translational Medicine with specialist pathways in respiratory medicine, orthopaedics, oncology, and diabetes
• MRes in Medical Science
• Graduate Entry MBChB programme

The Medical School has strong links with healthcare providers and research partners, creating opportunities for collaboration and translational research that addresses real world healthcare challenges.

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, research, and academic development within the Medical Sciences division.

• Deliver high quality teaching through lectures, tutorials, and seminars at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Lead and develop the Respiratory Medicine pathway within the MSc Translational Medicine programme
• Develop innovative teaching materials and contribute to curriculum development
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and dissertations
• Contribute to research activities aligned with the divisions research strategy
• Develop collaborative research with clinical and NHS partners
• Contribute to CPD provision for healthcare professionals
• Support student learning through academic guidance and pastoral support
• Act as a Personal Academic Tutor and contribute to module leadership where required

You will be an enthusiastic and committed academic with expertise in Respiratory Medicine and a passion for teaching and research.

You will have

• A good first degree in a relevant discipline
• A Masters level qualification in a relevant field
• A PhD or willingness to achieve this within an agreed timescale
• Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy or willingness to obtain
• Experience teaching in higher education
• Expertise in Respiratory Medicine
• Excellent communication, organisational, and team working skills

This is an exciting time to join Chester Medical School as we continue to expand our educational provision and research activity. You will have the opportunity to shape an innovative Translational Medicine programme and contribute to the development of future biomedical scientists and clinicians.

Medical Sciences

Exton Park

£39,906 to £43,482 per annum

Part Time

Permanent

23.59 hours GMT on Wednesday 25 March 2026

0718-26