Lecturer in Medical Sciences

Contract type: Fixed term - 18 months

Closing date: 23:59 hours BST on Friday 23rd October 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 3rd November 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 medical sciences department are seeking an experienced diagnostic radiographer/ academic to join the diagnostic radiography team. We deliver a range of excellent undergraduate, apprenticeship and postgraduate programmes. The BSc Hons Diagnostic Radiography programme is delivered at our Lancaster and Carlisle campuses, and contribution to both will be required. This post is full time fixed term and applications from those wanting part time hours will also be considered. A qualification in image reporting would be desirable but not essential.

Informal Enquiries: Elaine Wilkinson | Principal Lecturer in Medical Sciences | e: elaine.wilkinson@cumbria.ac.uk | t: 01228 242955

We are seeking innovative, creative, high quality researchers, and scholars to foster a culture of exploration, discovery and intellectual challenge that generates international recognition, respect and engagement.

The University offers an attractive benefits package including 35 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, 25 research and scholarly activity days, support for professional development, support to achieve Higher Education Academy/Advance HE accreditation, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development.

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Further details: Job Description

We encourage applications from the broadest range of society, including all under-represented groups with particular emphasis on Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in our University and in comparison, to the sector.

£38,784 with incremental progression to £43,482