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Lecturer in Life Sciences (Integrated Foundation Year) Teaching Focus
School of Performing and Digital Arts (Foundation Year)
Location
Egham
Salary
£48,61+ per annum pro rata - including London Allowance
Post Type
Part Time
Closing Date
23.5+ hours BST on Tuesday 15 October 2026
Reference
0+24-287
Right to work: Please note that it will not be possible for the University to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to the successful candidate for this position. Therefore, the appointable candidate will need to be eligible to work in the UK or have leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with the University, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
Part-Time (21 hours per week), Fixed Term until 28 February 2026
Applications are invited for the post of Teaching-Focussed Lecturer in Life Sciences on the Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) Programme at Royal Holloway, University of London. This is a 0.6 FTE position.
The well-established and successful IFY programme at Royal Holloway teaches and supports over 400 students per year across a broad range of disciplines. We are currently expanding the staffing of our STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) strand to enhance the foundation year experience for our students through more discipline-focused courses.
The successful applicant will be an experienced and talented teacher at Level 3, with a strong background in Biological Sciences, and a particular interest in human biology. You will be experienced in using and teaching R Studio in a way that encourages and inspires students to embrace statistical analysis as part of their learning journey. You will also be an excellent communicator and versatile teacher, able to adapt your teaching methods to fit the diverse backgrounds of our students, in an approach centred on inclusivity, equity and the provision of skills for choice and opportunity.
In return, we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Training and Development opportunities
• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
• Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of eyesight testing.
• Free parking
The post is based in Egham, Surrey where Royal Holloway is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr Deborah Harvey: [email protected]
For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: [email protected]
Please quote the reference: 0+24-287
Closing Date: 23:5+, 15 October 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
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This position is not eligible for hybrid working.
Royal Holloway is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), and encourages applications from all people regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, parental status, race, religion or belief, ****** orientation, or trans status or history. More information on our structures and initiatives around EDI, including information on staff diversity networks, can be found on our Equality and Diversity Intranet page.
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View All Vacancies
Lecturer in Life Sciences (Integrated Foundation Year) Teaching Focus
School of Performing and Digital Arts (Foundation Year)
Location
Egham
Salary
£48,61+ per annum pro rata - including London Allowance
Post Type
Part Time
Closing Date
23.5+ hours BST on Tuesday 15 October 2026
Reference
0+24-287
Right to work: Please note that it will not be possible for the University to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to the successful candidate for this position. Therefore, the appointable candidate will need to be eligible to work in the UK or have leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with the University, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
Part-Time (21 hours per week), Fixed Term until 28 February 2026
Applications are invited for the post of Teaching-Focussed Lecturer in Life Sciences on the Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) Programme at Royal Holloway, University of London. This is a 0.6 FTE position.
The well-established and successful IFY programme at Royal Holloway teaches and supports over 400 students per year across a broad range of disciplines. We are currently expanding the staffing of our STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) strand to enhance the foundation year experience for our students through more discipline-focused courses.
The successful applicant will be an experienced and talented teacher at Level 3, with a strong background in Biological Sciences, and a particular interest in human biology. You will be experienced in using and teaching R Studio in a way that encourages and inspires students to embrace statistical analysis as part of their learning journey. You will also be an excellent communicator and versatile teacher, able to adapt your teaching methods to fit the diverse backgrounds of our students, in an approach centred on inclusivity, equity and the provision of skills for choice and opportunity.
In return, we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Training and Development opportunities
• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
• Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of eyesight testing.
• Free parking
The post is based in Egham, Surrey where Royal Holloway is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr Deborah Harvey: [email protected]
For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: [email protected]
Please quote the reference: 0+24-287
Closing Date: 23:5+, 15 October 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Further details: Job Description & Person Specification Email details to a friend
Apply Online
This position is not eligible for hybrid working.
Royal Holloway is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), and encourages applications from all people regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, parental status, race, religion or belief, ****** orientation, or trans status or history. More information on our structures and initiatives around EDI, including information on staff diversity networks, can be found on our Equality and Diversity Intranet page.
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Lecturer in Life Sciences |Integrated Foundation Year| Teaching Focus position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Egham offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.
