Lecturer in Molecular Biology

The University of Greenwich is undergoing an exciting transformation, with the launch of a new strategy motivated by an ethos of ‘Education without Boundaries’. This is already driving exceptional performance as evidenced in our recent REF2021 outcome. This saw a significant improvement in our research quality and volume across all subject areas, leading to an increase of 25 places based on grade point average (GPA), the fourth highest increase in the sector.

To maintain this impetus for growth and success, the University of Greenwich is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Molecular Biology within the School of Science (www.gre.ac.uk/es/science). This post will extend our academic staff base to support the expansion of this dynamic discipline at the University. 

We are looking for an experienced cell biologist with the ability to use modern molecular approaches and techniques to address issues related to human health and disease and with the ability to conduct innovative, high-quality, specialism-related, teaching and research across a breadth of academic levels and scientific disciplines

The role holder will focus on delivering exceptional educational provision in a variety of formats, as well as making a strong, positive contribution to the School’s academic research profile and student experience, as well as adding value to the University’s objectives in relation to achieving overall excellence.

If you would like to help us deliver our mission of transforming lives through inspired teaching and research in the Faculty of Engineering and Science, then we would welcome your application to join us at our historic Medway campus in Chatham. 

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Head of School of Science: Professor Linda Brownlow at [email protected] 

Should you have any queries please contact the People Directorate Team on [email protected]

The university is a brilliant place to work. We aim to become the top modern university in the UK by 2030 and our people are truly at the heart of what we want to achieve. We offer a great set of benefits including an excellent pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, flexible working options including hybrid working and a genuine commitment to development.

We are looking for people who can help us achieve our Strategic Plan, through the values we expect for our whole university community, of being Inclusive, Collaborative and Impactful. 

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To apply, please visit the University of Greenwich vacancies page and complete all details, including the supporting statements (please note attached CVs and personal statements will not be seen by the recruitment panel at the application stage). Current Vacancies - Jobs at Greenwich 

We are committed to building a strong, diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. 

We do this through taking positive action such as encouraging applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, disabled and LGBT+ people. As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Time to Change Employer Pledge/Mentally Healthy Universities, we are committed to promoting and supporting the physical and mental health of all our staff and removing barriers to improve inclusion. 

We encourage applicants to disclose experience of mental health problems so we can support them fully during our recruitment process and make any necessary reasonable adjustments. Any information disclosed will be kept confidential and separate from the job application form. 

We are making significant strides to understand and continuously improve our employees’ experience, and we are committed to implementing progressive diversity talent management

Closing Date: 27 Jan 2026

Department/Division: Academic

Salary: £38,249 to £44,128 per annum