Lecturer in Physical Oceanography

About the Role

The School of Biological and Marine Sciences at the University of Plymouth is seeking to appoint a new lecturer to further enhance our expertise in Marine Science. We welcome applications from candidates with strong practical and theoretical expertise in physical oceanography, particularly in open ocean systems. Preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate hands-on experience with oceanographic instrumentation. For this position, we especially value candidates with established industry collaborations or partnerships.

This role forms part of the newly created Centre for Coastal and Ocean Processes and Engineering (C-COPE), one of six centres of research excellence within the Faculty of Science and Engineering that have been recognised of strategic importance to the University.

This role is closely aligned to our BSc programmes in Ocean Science, Ocean Exploration and Surveying and Ocean Science and Marine Conservation, and the postgraduate programmes, MSc Applied Marine Science and MSc Hydrography.

Salary: £39,906–£56,535 per annum (Grade 7/8). Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week).

You Will

• Deliver teaching in the theory, acquisition and analysis of marine geospatial data, and across all aspects of physical oceanography.
• Have a doctoral degree in a relevant field, supported by experience at postdoctoral or equivalent level.
• Have an excellent research track record demonstrated through high calibre outputs of a quality likely to contribute to our future UK Research Excellence Framework (REF) submission.
• Have clear evidence of successful grant applications as a PI (desirable).

You will be a highly motivated and dynamic academic who seeks the opportunity to build a career in a University with an outstanding international reputation in marine science. You will be expected to deliver high-quality research and teaching while becoming an active and productive member of the School's academic community.

Although we can accommodate working from home for this role, flexibility to be on-site will be expected due to business needs.

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave plus bank holidays and closure days.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Development opportunities.
• Enhanced family leave and flexible working.
• Retailer discounts.
• On-site nursery.
• Relocation package may be available (conditions apply).

How to Apply

Please apply online via: https://hrservices.plymouth.ac.uk/tlive_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=1602750fTZ&LANG=USA

For an informal discussion, contact Simon Ingram at simon.ingram@plymouth.ac.uk. Applications close: 7 June 2026.