Lecturer in Food and Nutrition

Job Title: Lecturer in Food and Nutrition Location: Birmingham Salary: £37,999 - £42,632 per annum - AC2 Job type: Full time, Permanent University College Birmingham is proud to have been voted 5th in the Post Graduate Education category in the prestigious 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards. The awards are voted for and by students showcasing the incredible relationships we foster here at University College Birmingham between Staff and Students. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating. University College Birmingham has a unique collaborative partnership with the University of Warwick - Ranked ninth in the 2024 Guardian League Tables and 67th in the World QS University Rankings 2024. The Role: We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our experienced team of food and nutrition lecturers to support the delivery of the BSc (Hons) Food and Nutrition programme. This is a full-time position contributing to the delivery of high-quality, inspiring, and inclusive learning opportunities for students in the field of food and nutrition. Are you experienced in the food and nutrition industry and eager to elevate the learning experience for aspiring food and nutrition professionals? If so, this role is perfect for you! We are offering a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about academia, inspiring students, and actively participating in our vibrant academic community. At UCB you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including professional development kitchens, food science laboratories, a sensory evaluation room, and a pilot plant testing room, all within the food science and innovation suite. You will teach in modern, well-equipped facilities that enhance both teaching and learning experiences for you and your students. In this role, you will contribute to an innovative teaching environment that encourages creativity and the development of cutting-edge curriculum design. You will engage students with exciting learning experiences, becoming part of a collaborative and supportive team of educators dedicated to academic excellence. Sharing ideas and contributing to the growth of our academic community is key to our success. UCB are committed to your professional growth, offering opportunities for continuous learning, collaboration, and attendance at conferences to keep you at the forefront of your field. Our university is a highly respected, career-focused education and training establishment, specialising in vocational courses in both higher and further education sectors, alongside a growing portfolio of programmes. Join us and make a lasting impact on the future of food and nutrition education! Benefits: * Generous allocation of annual leave * 38 days' paid leave per year * 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days * Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme * Employer Contributions - 28.6% * Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service. * Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support * Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse * Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship * A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology home and cycle. * Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham * Free on-site gym membership Extra Information: All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education. Closing Date - Sunday 20th October 2024. Interview Dates - TBC. UCB is an equal opportunities employer. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Food Lecturer, Lecturer in Food, Health Lecturer, Human Nutrition Lecturer, Nutrition Lecturer, Registered Nutritionist, Health and Nutrition Advisor, Nutritional Advisor, Nutritional Lecturer, Nutrition Teacher, Physiology Lecturer, Physiology Teacher, Physiology Lead, HNC/D Lecturer, Lecturer, Wellbeing Lecturer, University Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher will also be considered for this role