Position: Associate Professor in Biomedical Sciences
Tenure : Permanent
Location : University of Liverpool Bengaluru, India
Reports to : Associate Dean (Head of Department)
About Us
Established in 1881, we are an internationally renowned Russell Group university recognized for our high-quality teaching and research. We are consistently ranked as one of the best universities both nationally and globally, and most of our research is rated world leading or internationally excellent. This is the chance to be part of a once in a generation opportunity to build a globally recognised university in India, backed by the heritage and academic strength of the University of Liverpool. Shape minds, influence futures, and reimagine higher education for tomorrow
Position Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Associate Professor in Biomedical Sciences to join the founding academic team at the University of Liverpool's India Campus . In this exciting role, you will not only contribute to world class teaching and academic delivery but also play a vital part in shaping a cutting edge, learner centric environment that mirrors the academic excellence of the Liverpool campus. As an Associate Professor, you will be expected to bring academic rigor , a student first mindset , and a bold, future ready approach to teaching and learning excellence at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Associate Professor in Biomedical Sciences
This senior academic role offers the opportunity to lead curriculum development, drive high impact research, and mentor junior faculty, while shaping the University's global academic reputation.
Academic Leadership
Provide leadership in teaching and research, fostering an environment of scholarly excellence. Represent the University at national and international forums and build strategic partnerships with industry, academia, and government.
Teaching & Curriculum Developmen t
Design and deliver advanced undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Finance. Play a pivotal role in programme accreditation, curriculum enhancement and innovative teaching strategies that improve student experience and employability.
Research & Mentorship
Maintain a strong record of high quality publications and lead research projects with global impact. Sec ure research funding, supervise doctoral and postgraduate students, and mentor early-career faculty to support their professional development.
Commitment to Diversity
We are committed to enhancing workforce diversity and seek to attract, develop and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Salary will be commensurate with the appointee's accomplishments, potential, and the academic rank of the appointment.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership, Culture, and Engagement
T eaching
Play a pivotal role in curriculum development and contextualisation, programme accreditation, programme enhancement and the maintenance of quality assurance standards within the university.
Create a nurturing environment for excellence across the whole education offer.
Promote innovative teaching strategies that improve student experience, transferable skills creation and employability prospects.
Research
Maintain a sustained record of high-quality outputs in excellent, peer-reviewed academic publications or in other recognised discipline specific channels, actively contributing to the international discourse in Biomedical Sciences.
Initiate, lead, and sec ure funding for research projects with significant potential to contribute to scholarly knowledge and societal advancement.
Provide support for other academic disciplines and interdisciplinary opportunities within the University of Liverpool Bengaluru.
Ensure research strengths are matched and leveraged to develop teaching excellence and integrated into programme offerings.
Keys Responsibilities
- Provide distinguished academic leadership and operational capacity in both teaching and research within Finance fostering an environment of scholarly excellence.
- Work collaboratively with Professional Services partners to deliver delegated administrative and governance duties.
- Mentor junior and early-career faculty members, actively participating in their professional development and performance evaluation processes.
- Develop, coordinate, and deliver advanced undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the area of relevant expertise .
- Contribute substantively to departmental governance, administration, and operational delivery in close collaboration with senior leadership.
- Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with industry, academic institutions, and government agencies to support research initiatives and enrich the learning environment.
- Represent the university at national and international academic and professional forums, enhancing its visibility and reputation.
- Where applicable, supervise and mentor doctoral, postgraduate, and undergraduate research projects, ensuring the highest standards of academic rigor and integrity
In addition to the above, all University of Liverpool, India Bengaluru staff are required to :
Adhere to all University policies and procedures, completing all obligatory training and induction modules, including Equality & Diversity and Health & Safety .
Respect confidentiality: all confidential information should be kept in confidence and not released to unauthorised persons .
Participate in the University's Professional Development Review scheme and take a proactive approach to own professional development .
Demonstrate customer service excellence in dealing with all stakeholders .
Embody and uphold the University's Vision and Values .
Skills & Experience
- Significant academic experience, including substantial teaching achievements.
- A completed PhD in a Biomedical Sciences field or a closely related discipline from a recognised institution.
- Experience supervising doctoral students.
- Ideally, 10+ years of academic experience post-PhD.
- An understanding of research excellence.
- Proven academic leadership experience in teaching (e.g., programme coordination, research leadership, or departmental roles
- Strong publication record in highly ranked peer-reviewed international publications, or in recognised equivalent discipline-specific channels, and ability to contribute to the school's strategic research ambition to address global/societal challenges of our time.
- Evidence of excellent organisational and administrative skills.
- T rack record of sec uring or leading externally funded research projects.
- Teaching qualification or Fellowship of HEA or commitment to complete qualification
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching, curriculum design, and academic mentorship
- Willingness and strong evidence to seek collaborations/engage with stakeholders .
Personal attributes
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative leadership skills.
Demonstrates a proactive approach to professional development
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