Lecturer in Zoology - University of Cumbria

Scotlink; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution focusing on community service is seeking a Lecturer in Zoology to join their ambitious academic team at the Carlisle campus. The role involves delivering core zoology modules, conducting meaningful research, and contributing to the program's development. Candidates should ideally possess a PhD in Zoology and relevant teaching experience, with an enthusiasm for practical teaching and research. This position presents exciting opportunities for outdoor teaching and engagement with local habitats.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching at higher education level.
• Strong interest in developing research and teaching profile.
• Ability to work as part of a team and manage projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver core zoology modules across programs and year groups.
• Engage in research and scholarship in specialist field.
• Publish scientific papers and attend conferences.

Skills

Field ecology

Conservation biology

GIS

Remote sensing

Project management

Teamwork

Education

PhD in Zoology or related subject

Job description

Starting Salary: £38,249 with incremental progression to £42,882
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Carlisle - Fusehill Street
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 09 January 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 20 January 2026

We are the University of Cumbria, for and from Cumbria and our localities, rooted in serving our communities, with people, place and partnership at our heart.

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

The Institute of Science and Environment (IoSE) is seeking torecruit a Lecturer in Zoology who has broad knowledge of Zoology from a practical and/or academic perspective. The post holder will join a successful, experienced and ambitious academic team with a reputation for innovation in course design, delivery and growing international reputation for research and knowledge exchange. Situated at our Carlisle campus, the zoology programme is ideally positioned with mixed woodland, grassland and riverine habitats just a short walk from the campus, offering amazing outdoor teaching opportunities. We have a strong focus on practical and applied zoology as well as natural history and would welcome a team member who shares our passion for teaching research-informed knowledge and skills, in the classroom and within the unique Cumbrian landscape and beyond.

The successful candidate will ideally have (or be working towards) a PhD in Zoology or related subject, be able to demonstrate experience relevant to teaching at HE level and a strong interest in developing both their research/knowledge exchange and teaching profile. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience in; field ecology and/or conservation biology and/or GIS and remote sensing. As well as the requisite academic and technical skills, we are seeking candidates who can work as part of a team demonstrating skills in project and time management and a passion for teaching and learning.

The post holder will be required to contribute to the delivery of core zoology modules across Programmes and year groups. They will also be expected to actively engage with research and scholarship in their specialist field, e.g. publishing scientific papers, attending conferences and engaging with stakeholders. It is also expected that the post holder will use their research to support their teaching and extend, transform and development the Zoology programme and our wider portfolio.

Closing Date: 09/01/2026 Location: Carlisle - Fusehill Street