Associate Lecturer in Organic Chemistry (Education Focused) - AOAC7905RX

Overview

The University of St Andrews School of Chemistry invites applications for the position of Associate Lecturer in Organic Chemistry (Education Focused). This is a fixed-term, full-time position for 12 months to cover a period of staff research leave, with reference number AOAC7905RX. The working arrangement is on-site, with a hybrid working environment including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family-friendly policies.

Who can apply

Applicants will have a PhD in Chemistry and, ideally, previous teaching experience in the field of Organic Chemistry. The university particularly welcomes applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds, as well as from LGBTQ+ and disabled people.

What you get

The salary is £38,784 to £44,746 per annum. The benefit package includes a financial contribution to relocation subject to eligibility, membership of the USS Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution of 14.5 percent, a staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services, free staff parking, employee carshare and cycle to work schemes, and subsidised local bus travel. Additional benefits include subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, a salary sacrifice scheme, and 34 days of annual leave plus 5 public holidays.

Requirements

The successful applicant will deliver teaching to undergraduates in organic chemistry, with potential opportunities to contribute to postgraduate courses. Responsibilities also include assessing student work and progress, providing constructive feedback, and contributing to the delivery of the undergraduate programme in Chemistry.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 27 November 2026. Interviews are scheduled to take place on 21 January 2027.