Hourly Paid Lecturer - Ecology

Overview

Kingston University is seeking an Hourly Paid Lecturer to support teaching in ecology and conservation within the School of Built Environment & Geography, located in the United Kingdom. The position involves teaching sessions delivered on site at the Penrhyn Road Campus and local field settings, averaging about five hours per week plus preparation time. This is a fractional fixed-term contract that runs until 31 July 2027.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold a Doctorate in a related field or an equivalent professional qualification and possess the ability to teach Environmental Science. Candidates are required to demonstrate teaching competency in both field and laboratory settings, and must be able to teach quantitative research methods while supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students. Additionally, candidates must have excellent communication skills, team-working experience, and the ability to independently manage projects and meet fixed deadlines. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

What you get

Standard Kingston rates of pay apply, starting at £23.80 per hour including London Weighting for both teaching and non-teaching hours, excluding holiday pay. One lecturing hour includes preparation, delivery, follow-up, and related administration, using a multiplier of 2.25 that increases the rate to £53.55 per hour. Non-teaching hours cover tutorials, meetings, induction, and invigilation. Lecturers are not expected to exceed an average of eight hours per week over the duration of their contract.

Requirements

Desired qualifications include a relevant level of UKPSF recognition and accreditation from a relevant professional body. Applicants are also expected to be developing a research portfolio focused on income generation or publications, alongside experience in managing undergraduate modules and working in a multidisciplinary environment.

How to apply

Interested individuals can apply by clicking on the designated application link. Candidates who require an alternative format for accessibility reasons can request assistance by emailing the designated HR contact or calling the HR Shared Services team.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-11-09.