Lecturer in Optometry, Teesside University

Teesside University is a forward-looking institution committed to delivering excellence in teaching, research, and professional practice. Within the School of Health and Life Sciences, the Department of Allied Health Professionals provides high-quality, innovative education across a range of disciplines. 

Optometry is a growing area of provision at Teesside, designed to prepare students for modern clinical practice with a strong emphasis on professional skills, patient-centred care, and engagement with external stakeholders. Our Optometry courses integrate contemporary teaching with real-world application, ensuring students are supported academically and pastorally while gaining the knowledge and clinical experience needed for success. 

The University is proud of its inclusive ethos and dedication to providing a transformative student experience that reflects its mission and values.

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Optometry to join our growing academic team: 

• Based in the School of Health and Life Sciences, you will contribute to teaching, scholarship, professional practice, enterprise and knowledge exchange within the Department of Allied Health Professionals. 
• You will deliver innovative, engaging and effective teaching across our Optometry programmes, contribute to curriculum development, assessment and quality assurance, and provide personal tutoring and pastoral support. 
• You will ensure teaching is underpinned by scholarly activity and professional practice, and will contribute to the advancement of the discipline through internal and external collaboration. 
• The role also involves contributing to income generation, building external networks, engaging in knowledge exchange and supporting the University’s marketing and recruitment activities. 
• Flexibility, collaboration and a commitment to the University’s values of equality, diversity and inclusion are essential.