University of St Andrews 
St Andrews, United Kingdom Offer Summary
The University of St Andrews is seeking an Associate Lecturer in Organic Chemistry for a fixed-term position lasting twelve months. This role focuses primarily on education and covers a period of staff research leave. The successful candidate will deliver undergraduate teaching in organic chemistry, assess student work, provide constructive feedback, and potentially contribute to postgraduate courses. Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry and ideally possess prior teaching experience in the field. The annual salary ranges from £38,784 to £44,746. The university offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a hybrid working environment, significant pension contributions, relocation support, extensive annual leave, and various staff discounts. The closing date for applications is 27 November 2026.
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Project Description
The School of Chemistry invites applications for the position of Associate Lecturer in Organic Chemistry (Education Focused). This is a fixed-term position for 12 months to cover a period of staff research leave.
Applicants will have a PhD in Chemistry and, ideally, previous teaching experience in the field of Organic Chemistry.
The successful applicant will deliver teaching to undergraduate in organic chemistry and there may be opportunities to contribute to postgraduate courses. In addition, the successful candidate will assess student work and progress and provide constructive feedback and contribute to the delivery of the undergraduate programme in Chemistry.
St Andrews offers more than just a place to work it is a place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we are committed to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at their best.
In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews. The package for the Associate Lecturer in Organic Chemistry includes:
- Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility)
- Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution of 14.5%
- A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance
- Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
- Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
- Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
- 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.
At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter.
We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people.
Closing Date: 27 November 2026 Interview Date: 21 January 2027
Please quote ref: AOAC7905RX
Job Description: AOAC7905RXFPs.pdf
School of Chemistry
Salary: £38,784 - £44,746 per annum
Fixed Term for 12 months
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