Lecturer in Biochemistry/Forensic Bioscience

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.

The School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences is at the forefront of higher education in Pharmacy, Biomedical Science, Forensic Science, Biochemistry, Chemistry and related areas, and has excellent working relationships with law enforcement agencies, forensic and pharmaceutical providers, the NHS and industry.  We are looking for a highly professional, enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team.

You will ideally have an undergraduate and postgraduate qualification in Biochemistry or Forensic Science or related discipline or be able to demonstrate the ability to create and disseminate knowledge at an equivalent level.  You should have teaching related experience in an area of Biochemistry and/or Forensic Science.

You will be expected to contribute to the teaching and administration of the School’s Foundation, BSc Biochemistry and BSc and MSc Forensic Science programmes under the biomolecular and forensic science team’s remit, as well as other relevant undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You will complement existing research/teaching activities in the above areas within the school.

You will also be encouraged to contribute to research and academic citizenship activity within the School and Faculty, utilising the world-class research facilities available in the Life Science Building as well as in the James Parsons Building.

Informal enquiries may be made to Professor Satya Sarker, Director of School, Tel: 0151 231 2096; e-mail: S.Sarker@ljmu.ac.uk  or Dr Jason W Birkett, Subject Leader in Biomolecular and Forensic Sciences. Tel: 0151 231 2041 or email: J.W.Birkett@ljmu.ac.uk 

Anticipated interviews are expected to be held early October 2025.

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.

LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all background and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential. 

Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.