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Temporary Biology Lecturer (0.3 FTE, 21 hours per week)

Location: Cardiff-based University

Contract: Temporary

Hours: 0.3 FTE (21 hours per week)

Start Date: October 2026

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic

Biology Lecturer to join our Biosciences Department on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will work alongside existing academic staff to support the delivery of our

Level 3 Foundation Programme for students commencing their studies in October.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic teaching team, supporting students as they prepare for progression into higher education programmes in the biological sciences.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Teaching Biology on the Level 3 Foundation Programme.
• Designing, planning and delivering engaging teaching sessions.
• Developing and marking assessments.
• Providing academic support and guidance to students.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure an excellent student experience.
• Undertaking associated administrative duties related to teaching and assessment.

Person Specification

or equivalent applied/professional experience in a relevant field.

• Proven effective Biology teaching skills and relevant teaching experience, particularly in lecture/class lesson planning, group management and appropriate methods of assessment.
• Demonstrable knowledge of biological sciences relevant to Level 3 and Foundation-level study.
• Ability to take full responsibility for the design, delivery, planning and co-ordination of teaching units on a course, module or programme of study, and for related assessments.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise workload, alongside a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Ability to deal with reactive requests on a regular or daily basis, including those relating to teaching, student support and administrative tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a teaching team.

Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.