University of Wolverhampton
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Lecturer in Pharmacy Practice

Location
Wolverhampton Campus
Faculty/Department
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary
£41,064 - £48,822 pa
Closing Date
04/01/2026
Job Reference
14636
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Lecturer in Pharmacy Practice - Full Time

Are you an enthusiastic and experienced academic with a passion for developing the next generation of prescribing pharmacists working in clinical practice? We are expanding our staffing base in growth areas and are looking for academic staff members to fill a newly created positions to join our ambitious and friendly School of Pharmacy and Life Sciences; more specifically, you will lead the support required for our students and or our graduates so that they can thrive in their course and in their future career.

 The role involves support for the delivery of pharmacy education across the various professional programmes within the school, centring on the MPharm and Pharmacist Independent Prescribing courses. You will work flexibly across areas of expertise and development, supporting high quality teaching, learning and assessment to achieve excellent student outcomes. You will also be encouraged to participate in the development and delivery of innovative teaching, scholarship, and/or research within pharmacy disciplines.

 Your skills and attributes for success:

  GPhC registered pharmacist with practice experience

    • Ideally, in possession (or nearing completion) of a postgraduate diploma or above in clinical pharmacy or equivalent and/or a GPhC accredited independent prescribing qualification (or nearing completion of)
    • Excellent team working and interpersonal skills
    • Commitment to fairness, inclusivity and the promotion of equality and diversity
    • Enthusiasm, resilience, flexibility and adaptability

Previous applicants need not apply.

To arrange an informal telephone or video conference discussion please contact the Head of School, Professor Sabbir Ahmed via sabbir.ahmed@wlv.ac.uk

As a valued member of our team you can expect: an exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. We give you support, nurture your talent and reward success.

We offer fantastic opportunities for staff, offering very varied career options and extensive job experience, enabling you to develop your skills in a complex and busy environment. Our flexible and agile working supports the equality of opportunity for all and promotes the health and wellbeing of staff, allowing you to be the best you can be while at work.

We are looking for exceptional people to work with us to make a positive contribution to student success, and to local community engagement and business enterprise.

Your Benefits:

  • Competitive salaries
  • Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
  • Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.   
  • Free Will Writing Service - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
  • IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family &
  • friends) & software discounts.

 

Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing

  • Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
  • Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
  • Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
  • Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff.
  • Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
  • Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.

 

Valuing You:

  • Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
  • Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
  • Free On-site Parking - available across campuses
  • Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
  • Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
  • Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

 

Training and Development

  • Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
  • Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
  • Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
  • Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.

 

The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff

As part of our commitment to ensure the diversity of our staff body reflects those of the student and local communities we serve, we particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and candidates who are Disabled (including people who may not define themselves as disabled, but nevertheless encounter challenges)

PLEASE NOTE: Applications are scored against the criteria set out in the job description and person specifications attached to this advert. Applications are not assessed against the job advert so please ensure your applications are crafted against the Job Description and Person Specification contained within it.

 

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