Lecturer in Physician Associates (1838)
Lecturer in Physician Associates
Part Time (15 hrs per week) - Permanent - High Wycombe
Salary £38,784 - £43,482 (pro rata)
Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.
Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission.
The College of Health & Society is delighted to invite applications for 1x 0.4 FTE Lecturer in Physician Associates. The post holder will be responsible for teaching on the MSc Physician Associate programme, contribute effectively to the design and planning of the curriculum and provide pastoral support for students.
Working with a professional, knowledgeable and focused team, you will engage with relevant sectors and contribute to the school’s continuing strong reputation as a leader in innovative and career-focused programmes.
What we offer:
• a generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum (pro rata), plus bank holidays & closure days)
• hybrid working (dependant on business needs)
• training & development support opportunities
• contributory pension scheme
• discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
• a range of staff discounts with major retailers.
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If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information about this role please contact Esin Turkaslan (Associate Professor in Physician Associates) on Esin.Turkaslan@bnu.ac.uk for questions relating to the role.
All applications are to be made in full and online.
BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace and aim to continue building an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’s workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.
Please let us know if you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that would enable you to perform to the best of your abilities in your role. Please reach out to Esin.Turkaslan@bnu.ac.uk if you have any specific needs or if you would like more information on how we can support you.
We ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.
Closing Date: 22 August 2025
Interview Date: 2 September 2025
If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
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Job Title: Lecturer in Physician Associates |
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College/Directorate: College of Health & Society |
Grade: G |
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Location: High Wycombe with occasional travel to partner sites. |
Hours: 15 |
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Responsible to: MPAS Programme Lead |
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Responsible for: No direct line-management; module teams, visiting lecturers and student cohorts as required. |
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Job Purpose: To deliver an outstanding, inclusive student experience on the MSc/MPAS Physician Associate programme through high-quality teaching, assessment, curriculum design and student support; to contribute actively to research, scholarship and knowledge-exchange that enhances the University’s reputation and informs contemporary Physician Associate education. To practice an inclusive approach and support building an inclusive university community where people can be themselves.
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Main Duties & Responsibilities of the role:
Research and Knowledge Exchange:
• Conduct research and scholarly activity, clearly plan to generate income and align own research with teaching and learning
• Contribute to the REF and KEF and to internal and external research and enterprise strategies
• Engage with relevant business and professional networks to promote teaching and learning and research in a professional context
• Engage in doctoral supervision
• Contribute to knowledge through refereed conference outputs and peer-reviewed (non-conference) outputs
• Embed research within teaching and curriculum and contribute to research impact
• Contribute to the leadership of an inclusive and interdisciplinary research culture
• Undertake research with external partners, communities, professional bodies and/or employers.
Learning, Teaching & Scholarship:
• Undertake research-informed teaching in the subject discipline managing all aspects of curriculum delivery and quality
• Deliver educational knowledge and practice through generation of peer-reviewed pedagogical outputs
• Contribute to the leadership of an inclusive teaching and learning culture and ensuring delivery of excellent student experience and outcomes
• Contribute to research informed innovative pedagogy, curriculum and programme design and planning including digital technology to enhance learning
• Deliver successful and impactful tutoring and pastoral support to students including the support of placements and internships
• Engage with professional bodies, employers and other organisations to enhance professional practice and student outcomes
• Provide effective feedback, support and guidance to students, which promotes improvement of performance.
• Participate in funded educational projects as required
Leadership and Academic Citizenship:
• Contribute to growth by increasing student recruitment
• Active participation in business planning, strategy setting and key decision making within the School using relevant data and metrics to improve student experience and outcomes
• Develop others through mentoring, training and supporting CPD
• Engage with professional bodies, policy-makers, employers and other relevant groups including participation in civic engagement and contribution to our regional community
• Support and engage with peer review, external assessment or external examination ensuring the highest quality.
• Contribute to income generation
• Foster a culture of inclusion, making a positive contribution towards reducing awarding gaps and improving diversity in teaching and learning
Other
• Engage in professional development activities (e.g. CPD, attendance at conferences)
• Contribute to Open Days, school, college and partnership links and the marketing and promotional work of the College
• Act as a commentator or contributor to media
• Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g. the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and Diversity) in all working practices
• Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
A = Application T = Test I = Interview
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Education, Qualifications & Training |
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First degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Physician Associate Studies, Medicine, Biomedical Science) |
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Doctoral level qualification (or working towards) or relevant professional experience as Physician's Associate |
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Recognised HE teaching qualification and/or FHEA (or commitment to achieve within 2 years) |
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Knowledge & Experience |
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Expert clinical knowledge relevant to Physician Associate practice |
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Experience of delivering HE teaching and assessment, including OSCEs |
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Evidence of research, scholarship or funded projects that inform teaching |
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Contribution to research active communities |
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Delivering excellent student/customer experience |
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Contribution to subject association; learning society or professional body |
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Knowledge/experience of income generation OR funded projects |
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| Experience of research supervision, personal tutoring or personal development A/I | A/I |
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Skills |
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Excellent presentation and teaching delivery skills |
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Digital literacy, including VLE and simulation technologies and Microsoft tools |
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Strong organisational and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively across disciplines |
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Highly effective customer service skills |
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Special Requirements |
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A willingness and ability to work in off-site locations and across all University campuses, as required |
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A willingness and ability to contribute to University Open Days (which may fall on Saturdays) |
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*you will be required to deliver a micro-teach as part of your interview
Behavioural INDICATORS
The BNU Behaviours Framework (BBF) is a framework for all University staff that sets out the key behaviours that exemplify the DRIVE values and ethos of the University. The nine categories provide a clear steer on behavioural expectations that will help support a step change in the performance and culture of the University.
The three key behavioural indicators for this post are as follows:
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Engaging with the wider context Enhancing your contribution to the University through an understanding of University values, its students, customers and stakeholders. |
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Delivering excellent service Providing the best quality service to external and internal customers/students/stakeholders. Building genuine and open long-term relationships in order to drive up customer service standards.
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Working together Working collaboratively and across boundaries with others in order to achieve objectives. Recognising and valuing the different contributions people bring to this process.
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