Part Time Lecturer in Nutrition & Dietetics

Garthdee Campus,Garthdee Road,Aberdeen AB10 7QG

Are you a Registered Dietitian interested in supporting the next generation of dietitians?

We are looking for a Lecturer to join our Master of Nutrition and Dietetics (MDiet) programme in a part-time role (21 hours per week) within the School of Pharmacy, Applied Sciences and Public Health.

You will become part of a friendly and experienced group of academics who are committed to delivering high-quality education and preparing students for contemporary dietetic practice.

Whether you already have experience in higher education or an experienced clinician interested in developing a career in academia, we would welcome your application.

• Deliver teaching, assessment and academic support across the nutrition and dietetics programme.
• Support practice-based learning, including placements, simulation and campus-based learning.
• Help shape and enhance the nutrition and dietetic curriculum, ensuring compliance with regulatory and professional body standards.
• Contribute to scholarship and research, with opportunities to develop academic and professional interests.

• Is an HCPC-registered dietitian with relevant clinical experience.
• Has an interest in education and experience of supporting students on placement.
• Can build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and practice partners.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuing professional development.

Teaching experience is welcome but not essential. Support and development opportunities will be available for applicants who are new to higher education.

• A permanent position, with an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave allowance.
• Up to 50% hybrid, working around teaching commitments, in line with our current policy.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities to develop teaching, scholarship and research expertise.
• Support to gain further academic qualifications.

Enquiries are welcome and should be directed to:
Dr Karen Allan, Principal Lecturer at

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Grade 7 Salary Scale: £39,906 - 46,049
Grade 8 Salary Scale: £47,389 – 56,535

Salary on appointment will be dependent upon experience.

Candidates with limited or no prior experience as an academic will be placed on the first point of the Grade 7 scale. Consideration will be given to offering an Academic Attraction Payment (adjusted annually) for those candidates who have specific industry knowledge, skills or, expertise which are required for the position.

Please see the job attachments for further information regarding the Grade 7 and Grade 8 criteria. Further guidance on Academic Attraction Payments can be foundhere .

RESPONSIBLE TO
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Principal Lecturer in Dietetics and Public Health

RESPONSIBLE FOR
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No Supervisory responsibility

PURPOSE OF POST
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To contribute to the development, delivery and coordination of a portfolio of sustainable learning and education development activities and learning experiences for students.

• Carries out designated teaching and assessment duties as required to the School portfolio of courses or as otherwise requested by the Dean of School.
• Participates in the development and preparation…