Lecturer in Forestry Institute of Science, Natural Resources and Outdoor Studies

Location: Ambleside Starting Salary: £33,797 with incremental progression to £38,017 Post Type: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Release Date: Friday 25 June 2021 Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 25 July 2021 Interview Date: Thursday 05 August 2021 Reference: XX037921

The Institute of Science, Natural Resources and Outdoor Studies is seeking to recruit a Lecturer in Forestry and woodland management with strong links to the sector. Details of the post can be found at: XX037921 Lecturer in Forestry - Jobs at University of Cumbria

We are the University of Cumbria, a place where people are at the heart of all we do, where enriching the lives of our students, staff and the communities we serve means we make a difference that really matters.

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

We are seeking innovative, creative, high quality researchers, and scholars to foster a culture of exploration, discovery and intellectual challenge that generates international recognition, respect and engagement.

The Institute of Science, Natural Resources and Outdoor Studies is one of five Institutes within the University. It is a busy and vibrant Institute which has strong links with a number of professional bodies and employers which is reflected in the high level of employment our students enjoy.

The Institute is split across two sites, Ambleside and Carlisle, to suit the academic portfolio and delivery needs of the programmes. The academic portfolio provides a range of undergraduate programmes including Outdoor Leadership, Outdoor Education, Geography, Forestry and a range of Conservation programmes at our Ambleside Campus and Biomedical Science, Forensic Science, Microbiology and Zoology at our Carlisle Campus. Additionally, we have a developing postgraduate taught provision and a growing postgraduate research community. Our Forestry programmes are delivered from Ambleside campus in the Heart of the Lake District National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The University and Institute are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative working environment for all staff. There is a comprehensive programme of staff development for academic staff and all colleagues are encouraged to enhance and develop their careers.

The Lecturer in Forestry with require experience of forest and woodland management and strong links to the sector, preferably with Professional Membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience of forestry operation, forestry policy and GIS. You will join a successful, practical and research-driven teaching team with a reputation for innovation in course design and development.

The National School of Forestry situated with the Institute has been at the forefront of forestry education for 50 years, delivering professional forestry courses at undergraduate and post-graduate level and currently recruits a quarter of the UK full time under-graduate applications in Forestry. We have developed an industry reputation for highly employable graduates.

We are keen to continue developing our portfolio of courses to meet the needs of the profession in this country and internationally; responding to social, economic and environmental forces in the forestry sector. You will join in the delivery of our existing programmes and contribute to the design and delivery of future planned developments, making the most of the opportunities offered by our location at the University’s Ambleside campus.

Informal Enquiries

Liz Mallabon, Principal Lecturer Lead for Student Recruitment and Portfolio Development, [email protected]

We offer a comprehensive set of staff benefits which includes a competitive salary, 43 days holiday (including bank holidays), excellent pension scheme, and corporate discounts to name a few. For more information please click https://www.cumbria.ac.uk/about/job-vacancies/staff-benefits/

Apply online at: XX037921 Lecturer in Forestry - Jobs at University of Cumbria