Senior Lecturer in Public Health

Senior Lecturer in Public Health

Education

• Location: Liverpool (Hybrid, 3 days per week)
• Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: £61,760 to £75,959 depending on experience

Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is a globally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Recently ranked in the top 5.3% of universities in the world, we are proud of the work we do and the impact this has on the people who need our help most. Headquartered in the heart of Liverpool, with colleagues working all around the world, we are on a mission to improve health outcomes in disadvantaged populations globally, through partnership in research and education.

We are seeking an exceptional academic leader in public health to lead and shape our Master of Public Health (MPH) programme at a pivotal moment of growth and transformation. As we implement our refreshed Education Strategy, this role offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of global public health education within a world-leading institution.

You must bring a strong track record in programme leadership, a passion for inclusive and innovative teaching, and the vision to ensure our MPH remains distinctive and competitive in an increasingly global marketplace. Experience in online and transnational education, alongside engagement in low- and middle-income country contexts, will be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and academic leadership for the MPH programme, ensuring alignment with LSTM’s Education Strategy
• Lead curriculum development, innovation in pedagogy, and enhancement of the student experience
• Ensure programmes meet quality assurance and regulatory standards
• Lead and support a multidisciplinary teaching team to deliver an outstanding, research-informed learning experience
• Contribute to postgraduate teaching, dissertation and doctoral supervision, and student support
• Strengthen partnerships with international collaborators, particularly in low- and middle-income countries
• Contribute to research, knowledge exchange, consultancy, and community engagement
• Support student employability initiatives and professional development opportunities
• Contribute to recruitment, admissions, and marketing activities
• Mentor and support the development of junior academic staff
• Represent LSTM at academic and professional events
• Participate in institutional committees and contribute to strategic planning
• Promote and uphold safeguarding practices for students, staff, and communities

Qualifications & Experience

• PhD in a relevant discipline
• A strong understanding of contemporary public health challenges, with experience of this in low- and middle-income settings being an advantage
• A proven track record of leading, designing and delivering high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment with inclusivity at the core
• Experience leading the development of Master’s level academic programmes: leading a programme team, developing public health content within a higher education context
• Experience in delivering research methods teaching or training
• Ability to lead and deliver quantitative research methods modules
• Quality assurance of higher education programmes
• Supervision of student research projects at PG level
• Experience in quality assurance within higher education
• Ability to lead complex projects and deliver measurable outcomes
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

(For a full list of essential and desirable criteria please refer to the job description and person specification)

Additional Benefits Of Joining LSTM

• 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus Christmas closure days
• Generous occupational pension schemes
• Government backed “cycle to work” scheme
• Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports Centre
• A range of additional family friendly policies

Application Process

To apply for the position please follow the apply link and upload your CV and covering letter.

Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we may close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role.

Interview Date

Interviews will take place on either 15/06/26 or 16/06/26

Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM.

We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

We welcome conversations about flexible working; and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers.

LSTM is committed to upholding freedom of speech and academic freedom within the law for all its members. Candidates will not be disadvantaged or adversely impacted for exercising their free speech within the law during our recruitment processes. For more information, see our Freedom of Speech Code of practice: https://www.lstmed.ac.uk/about/policies-and-procedures/freedom-of-speech-code-of-practice.

About LSTM

Founded in 1898 and the oldest of its kind in the world, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Through the creation of effective links with governments, NGOs, private organisations and global institutions and by responding to the health needs of communities, LSTM aims to promote improved health, particularly for people of the less developed/resource poorest countries in the tropics and sub-tropics.

Look at some of the great work we have achieved over the past year by viewing our annual report: https://www.lstmed.ac.uk/about/annual-reports-and-financial-statements

LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies.