Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Digital Health

Overview

St Mary's University, Twickenham is seeking a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Digital Health to join its MSc Digital Health programme. The successful candidate will deliver teaching and assessment, lead and develop modules, supervise postgraduate dissertations, and support programme management and quality enhancement processes across both full-time and part-time study routes. The role also involves engaging in research, scholarly activity, or professional practice to inform teaching, alongside contributing to continuing professional development provision and broader academic responsibilities.

Who can apply

Applicants are required to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the United Kingdom in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. While the institution holds a work visa sponsorship licence, it cannot always guarantee a Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship, and candidates must ensure they meet the requirements of the Points Based System before applying.

Requirements

Candidates should be motivated and student-focused academics with expertise in digital health, health technologies, data-driven healthcare, or a closely related field. Applicants must possess a strong understanding of these disciplines and bring experience in higher education teaching, including module delivery, assessment, and student support, or the clear potential to develop these skills.

Additional requirements include excellent interpersonal and communication skills, experience or interest in curriculum development and innovative learning design, and the ability to effectively supervise postgraduate research or dissertations. Candidates must show a commitment to student experience and outcomes through personal tutoring and academic guidance, coupled with strong organisational skills and a collaborative approach.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted by providing a curriculum vitae and a supporting statement detailing suitability for the role.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-10-30 at 23:00. Interviews are scheduled to be held on the 10th and 11th of November.