Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Science

Job summary

Sheffield Hallam University is seeking an experienced Biomedical Scientist to join us as Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Science, bringing specialist expertise in Blood Sciences and current or recent professional practice. Biomedical Science is a major and growing area within our School of Biosciences and Chemistry. Our professionally focused courses prepare students for careers across biomedical and healthcare science, combining scientific knowledge with applied learning and experience of contemporary professional practice.

The role will contribute particularly to Blood Sciences, including areas such as haematology, transfusion science and related disciplines. This is an opportunity to bring your clinical and professional expertise into higher education and help develop the next generation of Biomedical Scientists and Healthcare Scientists. You will teach across undergraduate, apprenticeship and postgraduate provision, translating professional experience into engaging and relevant learning.

You will also lead modules, contribute to curriculum development and help maintain the quality and professional relevance of our IBMS-accredited Biomedical Science provision.

The School of Biosciences and Chemistry provides courses in applied biological and chemical sciences, all delivered in a supportive, research-informed environment. The School consists of approximately 40 academic staff, active in research and with an excellent reputation for teaching. We deliver a wide range of courses preparing graduates for professional roles across the bioscience, healthcare and chemistry sectors. Our research is aimed at increasing understanding of the molecular and cellular basis of health and disease and its application to diagnosis, monitoring and treatment.

We also excel in the application of analytical techniques to pharmaceutical, environmental and materials chemistry.

Date posted: 13 August 2026

Salary: 46,049 to 58,225 a year

Contract:

Permanent

Working pattern:
Full-time

Reference number: N

Job locations:
City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 1WB
, United Kingdom

To provide senior academic and professional leadership in Biomedical Science and Healthcare Science, with particular responsibility for Blood Sciences. You will lead and enhance inclusive, applied teaching across undergraduate, apprenticeship and postgraduate provision. Working with students, colleagues, NHS employers and professional bodies, you will ensure curricula reflect current clinical practice, professional standards and IBMS accreditation requirements. You will undertake and lead scholarship, research, innovation, knowledge exchange and/or professional practice that strengthens teaching and curriculum development.

You will also support external partnerships, new educational opportunities and the University’s reputation for professionally relevant healthcare education.

• Lead and deliver inclusive, evidence-informed teaching across undergraduate, apprenticeship and postgraduate provision.
• Apply current or recent NHS experience to ensure teaching reflects contemporary Blood Sciences practice, professional standards and clinical laboratory environments.
• Lead modules and contribute to course leadership, including curriculum development, assessment, quality assurance and enhancement.
• Support IBMS-accredited provision and contribute to professional practice education, work-based learning and End Point Assessment.
• Develop productive relationships with NHS employers, professional bodies and healthcare science networks to strengthen teaching, partnerships and future provision.
• Support students and colleagues through supervision, guidance and mentoring, while maintaining professional currency through scholarship, continuing professional development and responsible use of emerging technologies.

• A good honours degree (i.e. UK 2.1 or 1st Class), or equivalent professional qualification or experience in a relevant discipline. Postgraduate qualification and/or substantial equivalent professional experience in a relevant discipline.…