Lecturer in Environmental Science

We are looking for a Lecturer in Environmental Science to teach environmental pollution and remediation (soil, water and air). You will be an excellent communicator and you will be able to demonstrate teaching competency in field and laboratory settings. You should also be able to contribute to teaching quantitative research methods and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student environmental research projects.

The role will also require engagement with at least one of the core KU domains which could be related to developing pedagogy approaches, knowledge exchange or academic research. You will also be expected to contribute to the Department's recruitment and development activities and support work with other staff on outreach activities with external organisations and partners.

You will contribute to the research culture of the Department and the University's objective of securing an outstanding reputation for research-informed learning, innovation and integrated academic practice.

The successful candidate must have a Doctorate in a related field or an equivalent professional qualification and be able to teach Environmental Science. It would be desirable to have a relevant level of UKPSF recognition and an accreditation from a relevant professional body.

It would be expected that you are developing your research portfolio with regard to income generation and/or publications. Experience of managing undergraduate modules and working in a multidisciplinary environment would be desirable.

You must also have excellent communication skills and team working experience and be able to independently project manage set tasks and commitments to fixed deadlines.

The successful candidate will be joining the Department of Geography, Geology and the Environment. We actively promote our University core values of ambition, innovation, inclusivity and entrepreneurship in all our teaching and research endeavours, aligning with the University goal to maintain an outstanding reputation. Our TEF triple-Gold standard courses have a proven track record for teaching excellence.

The Department sits within the Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment and here there are also many opportunities to collaborate with colleagues, e.g. climate resilience, the built environment and the integration of Artificial Intelligence.

This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £45,925 per annum. Interviews are expected to be held on 3rd December 2026.

We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities. Staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.