Lecturer in Social Psychology

Cavendish Site, Central London

The Department of Psychology is based at the heart of the West End in Central London in the Faculty of Science and Technology. It comprises 45 academic staff and researchers, 2 technicians and a diverse, multicultural student population. The Department offers British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited undergraduate and post graduate degrees in psychology, cognitive and clinical psychology, and health psychology. We also offer postgraduate degrees in cognitive rehabilitation and business psychology. League tables demonstrate particular strengths in ‘added value’ and employability.

The Department has a cohesive and supportive staff team and fosters a dynamic interaction between teaching and research. Research areas span the full breath of psychology including psychobiology and health psychology, cognitive neuroscience, social and business psychology. We have a wide range of technical resources including EEG, EMG and TMS facilities, eye tracking systems, CANTAB cognitive assessment software, a qualitative research laboratory, a number of research cubicles and a sound attenuated research laboratory.

The postholder will provide expertise and module leadership in the area of social psychology, and should be familiar with the British Psychological Society’s curriculum for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the Society (GBC). They will also contribute to research methods teaching and project supervision, and teach within a variety of settings from small tutorial groups to large lectures.  The postholder is also expected to engage in research and other scholarly activities where the quality of the outputs can be recognised at least nationally in terms of originality, impact and rigour.

The postholder will hold a BPS accredited psychology degree (or equivalent) and a PhD, or be close to completion. Previous experience in teaching and research is essential. 

Interviews are likely to be held on: 22^nd January 2016

To apply for this vacancy and for further information about careers and benefits at the University of Westminster, please click on the following link: http://www.westminster.ac.uk/about-us/careers-westminster/vacancies

Administrative contact (for queries only): Recruitment@westminster.ac.uk

Please note: We are unable to accept any applications by email. All applications must be made online. CVs in isolation or incomplete application forms will also not be accepted.

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