This post represents an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to join the paramedic sciences team in Keele University’s School of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences.
You will be expected to make a significant contribution to the University’s teaching and scholarship in your field of expertise. You will undertake module leadership, or an award lead role in the Paramedic Science programme area or develop into these roles. Lead and/or contribute towards associated programmes and undertake teaching and administrative duties efficiently and effectively within the guidelines operated by the School. You will contribute to the ongoing development of paramedic curriculum at both undergraduate and postgraduate level and be an active member of the Paramedic Science Team. You will support other programmes in the School; developing new and maintaining current relationships in the wider University, and with Partners and External Stakeholders.
You will develop regionally, nationally, and internationally recognised scholarship activity over time. Initially the role will be structured to enable development of scholarship activity within the educational role. Over time, there is an expectation that scholarship activity will develop and expand, aligning to and complementing existing areas of higher education scholarship within the School.
You will possess a Paramedic Science or Related Professional Qualification at degree level, or above and have current registration with the HCPC as a registered paramedic with a clear record to practice . You will have experience of teaching students in a clinical or Higher Education setting and have relevant experience of Paramedic Science practice in the UK.
The Benefits
The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:
- Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
- Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
- Excellent staff pension scheme
- Access to continued personal, professional and career development
- On site ‘outstanding’ nursery
- Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
- Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)
Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above.
The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.
Keele University values equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.
Please note this appointment is subject to both medical clearance by the University’s Occupational Health provider and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
How to Apply
For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies
Informal enquiries may be addressed to the Director of Paramedicine, Kevin Armstrong k.armstrong@keele.ac.uk. Applications to this address will not be accepted
Interviews will be held on: 12th November 2024