Why work at the University of Central Lancashire? Come and join one of England’s largest universities in the heart of the North West. We are proud to be international in reach and outlook, but we’re also proud of our roots in Preston and the North West. We are the largest university in Lancashire and the third largest in the North West, with a staff and student community of around 38,000 people. You will be based at our Preston Campus in the heart of a thriving city surrounded by miles of beautiful Lancashire countryside, with Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a stunning coastline within a short distance. Preston is a city of around 144,000 people and provides a friendly, low-cost environment to work in. In 2016, PricewaterhouseCoopers ranked Preston as the best city in the North West to live in*.
We are committed to providing all our employees with a rewarding career in an environment where they feel valued, respected and supported. There are numerous opportunities for professional development, including mentoring and coaching support for current and aspiring leaders. We are passionate about our people. We invest in our employees, inspiring creativity and new ideas that transform the future of education and research.
*Good Growth for Cities Index, 2016.
For appropriate candidates there will be an opportunity to be considered for a Professorial title. We have PhD scholarships available to enable research-active colleagues to continue that work.
In addition to a competitive salary, you will also have access to the following benefits:
• You will be eligible to join the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• We offer a range of travel discounts to staff to reduce your travel costs. We also work in conjunction with CycleScheme. • You’ll have access to our high quality, Ofsted regulated pre-school and nursery, to help with childcare (costs apply). • We have supported the establishment of a number of Staff Network Groups concerned with equality and diversity.
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