Grade: 8

Salary Range: £40,329 - £57,430 per annum          

Mode: Full time, Permanent                        

Ref No: REQ008554

Coventry University is achieving an unprecedented level of success. Having earned a place in the world top 250 in the 2019 Times Higher Education Young University Rankings, secured 15th spot in the 2020 Guardian League Table, No.1 Modern University in the Midlands (Guardian University Guide 2021) and achieved a gold rating in the government’s 2017 Teaching Excellence Framework, our vision is to continue to enhance our position as a leading provider of innovative education and impactful research both nationally and across the world.

As the largest School in the University we have a broad provision of health profession related courses across Dietetics, Nursing, Midwifery, Occupational Therapy, Operating Department Practice, Paramedic and Physiotherapy all leading to professional registration. We also have a large portfolio of CPD courses at UG and PG levels.

Due to our continued success and growth the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health is looking to appoint an enthusiastic individual to take up a full time position as an Assistant Professor (Senior Lecturer) in Independent Prescribing.  Applicants must be a registered health professional with a prescribing qualification; we would welcome applications from nurses, AHPs and pharmacists.

Previous experience of teaching within a Higher Education Institution is highly desirable and your application should detail your area of clinical/teaching experience and expertise. You will have a strong commitment to developing and maintaining productive relationships with placement providers, employers and other stakeholders. You will also need a high level of inter-personal skills, and personal effectiveness to promote a high-quality experience for all of our students. Your teaching approach will be flexible, student-centred and research informed. 

The University offers academic and professional development and provides a Post Graduate Certificate Teaching Qualification for individuals who do not hold a recognised teaching qualification. You will be supported to develop your interests in order to progress your career. Salary is dependent on experience.

Informal enquiries should be addressed to Clare James - clare.james@coventry.ac.uk

Closing date: 08/07/21