Senior Lecturer in Digital Health & Online Learning

By joining the University of Lancashire, you’ll become part of a thriving community of talent that’s united by a shared vision – to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Every colleague has a vital role to play in helping us achieve this vision.

About the role:

We are seeking an outstanding academic to join our School of Medicine and Dentistry as a Senior Lecturer in Digital Health and Online Learning. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of medical and healthcare education and research by integrating cutting-edge digital technologies into practice and policy.

You will be expected to lead curriculum development and innovation across related postgraduate programmes, supervise student projects/dissertations and research candidates whilst conducting your own recognised research in areas such as AI in healthcare, digital therapeutics, and health data science.

About you:

The post holder will be able to develop and deliver materials on the use of digital systems within a healthcare setting and will need to demonstrate explicit knowledge of the NHS and system applications, such as, artificial intelligence in healthcare and governance of digital health solutions. 

The successful candidate must have an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject, a PhD in a related subject and a formal teaching qualification or Fellowship (Descriptor 2) of AdvanceHE. 

Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

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Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.