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Newcastle University, UK has established an international branch campus in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia for the provision of its undergraduate Bachelor of MBBS, Biomedical Sciences degree and Foundation in Biomedical Sciences programmes in the Biomedical Sciences. We now invite dynamic and highly motivated individuals to apply for the following positions:

Salary: £58,225 - £67,468 per annum

Closing Date : 14 December 2025

Job Summary – Academic (Lecturer/Senior Lecturer) Physiology

Applications are invited for a non-clinical lecturer/senior lecturer. As a member of the academic faculty of NUMed Malaysia, the successful applicants will play a major role in coordinating, directing and delivering undergraduate teaching, particularly in pathology/pathophysiology, to students on the MBBS medical degree and biomedical sciences (BMS) degree at NUMed.

The job would particularly suit candidates with a Medical Degree (eg MBBS/MBChB) plus a masters degree in physiology, or PhD in a physiology related topic. Appropriate teaching experience would also be required.

Appointments are available from November 2025 - February 2026, the date of commencement is negotiable to start within this period Informal enquiries may be made to Vivian Andaya, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, Vivian.andayaverbo@newcastle.edu.my In applying for this position, please provide a covering letter explaining your interest in the advertised post, a CV detailing your experience and achievements in teaching in these subject areas and research and a brief statement describing your plan for developing your teaching and research over the next five years.

Please also include in your covering letter your notice period, along with your current and expected salary.

Formal applications should be sent via email to: Nirmala.Arjunan@newcastle.edu.my

Key Responsibilities

This role includes but is not limited to the following tasks/duties:

1) Teaching and Learning

• Design and deliver high quality teaching and learning materials, resources and activities to undergraduate students within NUMed in line with the School/Institute and Faculty teaching objectives and timetable requirements. Where appropriate, this should be carried out within external professional or accreditation requirements
• Take responsibility for the management and supervision of student learning experiences such as projects, practicals, and where appropriate field trips and placements
• Provide a range of timely support to enhance the student experience. Set, mark and assess course work and examinations, providing timely and effective feedback to students
• Provide personal tutoring and mentoring for students, giving first line support
• Refer students as appropriate to services providing further help
• Contribute to the planning, design and development of modules and programmes to improve teaching across the School/Institute and Faculty
• Evaluate own practice and undertake continuing professional development
• Contribute to the wider work of the School/Faculty and University through input to project teams, working groups and committees
• Gain recognition from the HEA at Fellowship Level (D2) or above

2) Research, Scholarship andInnovation

• Develop evidence based innovative teaching methods
• Work with colleagues in both academic and clinical areas to contribute to wider research aims in areas such as student support, clinical skills teaching etc
• Be part of the team that presents education research findings to conferences and in research papers
• Integrate scholarship, research and/or professional activities with teaching and supporting learning, as appropriate
• Plan and gain appropriate funding, to carry out an area of research, or contribute to this activity as a member of a team working on a broader programme
• Disseminate research results through appropriate media (eg. Conference presentations) and to advance knowledge in the field and enhance the University’s reputation for high quality research. This will include authoring or co-authoring papers for publication in high quality academic journals

3) Engagement/Outreach/Recruitment

• Community engagement such as ‘Health Camps’ and other clinical/public health related engagement activities
• Participate in organised programmes of outreach / public engagement
• Promote the University’s values and support widening access to our programmes and facilities to people who have historically had little involvement in universities
• Participate actively in recruitment events e.g. Open Days, MBBS selection interviews 4) Administration and Management and Leadership The following administration and management responsibilities to be carried out with agreement from line manager:
• Take on case leadership in year one and two where there is a need, or lead on a significant area of the MBBS or BMS course
• Take up roles, either as a full role or deputy role in areas such as assessment lead, assignment lead, clinical skills lead, communication skills lead, etc. – or a combination of these
• Take responsibility for a defined management or administrative role, such as Module Leader or Year Tutor

Key working relationships

• Reports to the NUMed Dean of Academic Affairs
• Liaise with students and colleagues, both in NUMed and NewcastleUniversity
• Build internal and external contacts and participate in internal and external networks for the exchange of information and ideas, and to form relationships for future collaboration

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Research experience and publications.(Desirable)
• Experience administering teaching programs.(Desirable)
• Subject specialist knowledge and expertise in one or more of the biomedical or behavioral science disciplines relevant to the undergraduate MBBS and BSc curricula
• Specific subject specialty knowledge in Pathophysiology & Physiology
• Demonstrable ability to effectively teach, support and supervise students, taking account of the diverse needs of students.(Desirable)
• Proven ability to engage, interest and enthuse students and inspire them to learn
• An ability to relate scientific evidence to clinical practice
• Demonstrate IT/Digital literacy and ability to use this in teaching delivery (Desirable)

Attributes and Behaviours

• Can demonstrate excellent communication and good interpersonal skills and empathy with staff and students
• High level of analytical and problem-solving capability, with the personal skills, initiative and drive to achieve the solution
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and to encourage the commitment of others
• High level of organizational and administrative skills
• Excellent command of English. (Desirable)
• Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated (Desirable)
• Good networking skills. (Desirable)
• Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility (Desirable)
• Leadership potential. Previously held positions of responsibility (Desirable)

Qualifications

• MBBS, MD, PhD, or equivalent postgraduate professional qualification or experience
• Qualification relevant to pathology/pathophysiology (eg. MSc Physiology)
• Qualification relevant to university teaching eg. Teaching certificate, diploma, M.Ed. (Desirable)

Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.

We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.

At Newcastle University we hold a Gold Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.

In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.

Requisition ID: 28898