Lecturer in Advanced/Photonic Materials Full Time NEW

Start Date: As soon as possible

We wish to appoint a Lecturer in experimental physics within the School of Physics and Astronomy. You will be a scholar with a growing international research reputation in the applications of advanced materials and/or photonics, a clear vision for your future research and impact programme, and a commitment to delivering high quality teaching across Physics.

The successful candidate will be expected to have a range of research interests that complement those in the School, to have clear and credible plans to fund their work through grant applications which align with UKRI priorities, and to be capable of teaching the subject to undergraduate and taught postgraduate students from a wide range of backgrounds. The School’s facilities include an outstanding range of advanced fabrication and characterisation laboratories, and we would welcome applications from candidates whose research areas would benefit from these.

Candidates should hold a PhD in physics or a cognate discipline. Excellent teaching skills and a demonstrated interest in translation of their research are essential.   

Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:

• Annual leave of 34 days, plus 5 public holidays
• Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility)
• Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies
• 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

For informal inquiries, we encourage those considering applying to contact the Head of School, Jonathan Keeling: hospanda@st-andrews.ac.uk

We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people. 

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. 

Closing Date: 6 July 2026

Interview Date: 26 August 2026

Please quote ref: AC2483DD

Job Description: AC2483 FPs.pdf