Lecturer in Conservation (Fixed Term for 8 Months)
| Posting date: | 28 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £38,784 to £46,049 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 June 2026 |
| Location: | Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 2QP |
| Company: | Liverpool John Moores University |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 5438_1779982671 |
Summary
Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn't exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.
The School of Biological and Environmental Sciences, within the Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science, seeks to appoint a Lecturer in Conservation. This is an exciting opportunity to join an enthusiastic team and play an important role in ensuring our students enjoy a fantastic student experience.
You will be expected to make broad contributions to the academic work of the School of Biological and Environmental Sciences, particularly in the area of conservation. Experience in zoo conservation would be beneficial as would the ability to assist on field trips. You will hold a PhD in the field of Conservation Biology, and have experience of teaching undergraduate students, ideally across all levels.
This is a fixed term position for 8 months to cover maternity leave.
In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.
This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.
If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.
LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit.Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.
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