We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavor of every employee.  

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.

The School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering invites applications for a full-time Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor and also programme leader in Forensic Science. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of forensic science provision at the University.

The role

As part of our ongoing development and expansion within the School, we are seeking to appoint a permanent Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor and also programme leader in Forensic Science.  The successful applicant will be expected to lead on the development of a new undergraduate programmes within forensic science and ideally will be an experienced programme leader.  Experience of developing industrial training opportunities would be advantageous.   Applicants will also be expected to contribute high quality teaching within the School.  You will be responsible for lectures, tutorials, laboratory classes and project supervision, as well as academic duties including student assessment, marking and pastoral support.  The successful applicant will also have the opportunity to shape future forensic science provision by helping shape the new crime scene and in the recruitment of additional staff.

About you

Applicants should hold (or be close to completing) a PhD in a forensic science related topic, or alternatively have a BSc and the equivalent on-the-job experience.

The role also offers ample scope to develop your research career at Surrey and with a proven track record, you will be expected to establish your own independent research programme utilising our excellent research facilities for forensic science and analytical chemistry-based research.

This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably motivated individual to help shape the future of forensic science teaching and research provision within the School.

For informal enquiries, please contact the Head of School, Professor Adrian Dobbs on A.Dobbs@surrey.ac.uk

How to apply

Please apply on the University website with your CV and cover letter and also answering the questions on the application form.

The University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early or extend based on Volume and Calibre of applications.

Closing Date: 08 Jun 2026

Area: Research & Teaching

Salary: £58,225 to £82,908 per annum