Lecturer (Scholarship)
The University of Aberdeen is seeking an outstanding and enthusiastic Lecturer Scholarship to play a leading role in the development and delivery of an innovative new postgraduate taught programme focused on Obesity and Metabolic Health.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape a world-leading educational programme at a time when advances in obesity therapeutics, including GLP-1 receptor agonists and related medicines, are transforming healthcare, clinical practice and public health worldwide. Working within the internationally renowned Rowett Institute within the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition, you will lead the development of a new MSc programme designed to train the next generation of scientists, clinicians and industry leaders working in obesity, metabolic disease, appetite regulation and gut-brain biology.
The University of Aberdeen combines a five-century long tradition of excellence with a modern, student-centred approach to education. Recognised as outstanding in teaching, student experience and health-related research, the University of Aberdeen is home to the internationally renowned School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition and the Rowett Institute, a global leader in nutrition, metabolism, obesity and human health research. This vibrant academic community brings together expertise spanning neuroscience, physiology, nutrition, public health and clinical medicine, providing an exceptional environment for innovative educational programmes training the next generation of leaders in metabolic health and obesity science.
This appointment represents a rare opportunity to shape an international flagship educational initiative and strengthen Aberdeen's position as a global leader in nutrition, obesity science, metabolic medicine and gut-brain signalling. The successful applicant will be based in the Rowett Institute. We welcome applications from ambitious and talented educators who are inspired by the challenge of developing a distinctive, innovative and internationally recognised MSc programme.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 7 scale, £47,389 - £56,535 per annum, and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.
Informal enquiries should be made to Prof Lora Heisler, Research Lead, Rowett Institute (lora.heisler@abdn.ac.uk) or Prof Frank Thies, Education Lead, Rowett Institute (f.thies@abdn.ac.uk).
Prior to employment, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route under the UKVI immigration rules but is dependent on factors specific to the candidate and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.
Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
Please do not hesitate to contact Grant Rae, HR Adviser (e-mail: grant.rae@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.
To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: ROW153A
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 16 November 2026
The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.