Principal Lecturer- Physiotherapy

Garthdee Campus,Garthdee Road,Aberdeen AB10 7QG

At Robert Gordon University (RGU) we are proud of our excellence in education and research, and we are offering an opportunity to join our team in a new role as Principal Lecturer for Physiotherapy.

RGU is an innovative, inclusive, and ambitious University, focused on the impact of its demand‑led teaching and research. RGU delivers a high‑quality vocational education and relevant curriculum which provides learners with the skills they require to thrive throughout their careers. As a result, the university has a reputation for producing graduates that are highly sought after by employers.

The School of Health is a vibrant academic community and provider of nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, diagnostic radiography and paramedicine in the North of Scotland. Our vision is to transform health and social care in urban, remote and rural areas and our School Strategy sets out how we will achieve that.

We are seeking an inspiring and forward‑thinking Principal Lecturer to lead and enhance our undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapy programmes. This pivotal role blends operational leadership with strategic vision, curriculum innovation, and quality enhancement to support the Schools mission of transforming health and social care through education.

As Principal Lecturer, you will provide academic leadership across physiotherapy programmes, ensuring they are contemporary, evidence‑based, and aligned with professional and regulatory standards, including those set by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You will work collaboratively with course leaders, academic colleagues, and external stakeholders to shape and deliver a dynamic curriculum that meets the evolving needs of students, employers, and the wider health and social care sector.

You will play a key role in driving continuous improvement through the use of evaluation data and feedback, supporting student recruitment, retention, and progression. Your leadership will extend to line management of academic staff, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and professional development.

This role also offers the opportunity to contribute to the Schools research and scholarship agenda, represent the School on internal and external committees, and lead strategic initiatives that advance our educational portfolio and impact. If you are passionate about physiotherapy education and committed to shaping the future of the profession, we invite you to join our team.

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• A full time, permanent position
  
• A competitive salary, excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave allowance.
  
• Up to 50% hybrid working in line with our current policy.
  
• You will be supported to engage in scholarship and research for your professional and personal development.
  

We are an equal opportunities employer.

We are committed to the health and wellbeing of our staff and to the sustainability of our environment.

For an informal conversation please contact: Laura Binnie, Dean of School (@) or Dr Donna Wynne, Associate Dean (@)

This post is subject to the individual being required to join the PVG scheme. For more information, visit:

As per the UKVI immigration rules, this role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship under this route is dependent on factors specific to the applicant and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.

RGU's ultra‑modern campus, located on the outskirts of the vibrant and prosperous city of Aberdeen, offers a superb place to live, work and develop your career. A relocation package is available to assist with your transition to RGU, where you’ll enjoy working in one of the most impressive university settings in the UK, with first‑class educational infrastructure and outstanding sporting and leisure facilities, all set against a stunning rural backdrop on the banks of the river Dee. More information can be found on ourrelocation pages

We are committed to attracting and engaging a diverse range of staff and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome, comfortable to express their ideas, and can reach their full potential. For more information, please visitOur Diverse Workforcepages.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Associate Dean

RESPONSIBLE FOR: Academic staff

PURPOSE OF POST: To lead and enhance our physiotherapy subject area. This role combines operational leadership with curriculum development, quality assurance, and strategic contribution to the Schools vision of transforming health and social care. You will work closely with course leaders, academic colleagues, and external partners to deliver innovative, evidence‑based education that meets professional and regulatory standards.

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• Provide leadership across the physiotherapy subject area.
  
• Lead curriculum developments and enhancements aligning with professional/regulatory requirements.
  
• Lead portfolio development initiatives that support innovative workforce solutions, ensuring alignment with School priorities.
  
• Use evaluation data (NSS, internal reviews) to identify areas for enhancement and drive continuous improvement.
  
• Support recruitment, retention, and progression of physiotherapy students.
  
• Line manage academic staff, including workload allocation and supporting their ongoing performance and professional development.
  
• Engage in scholarship and research aligned with the Schools strategy.
  
• Represent the School in internal and external committees and working groups.
  
• Facilitate research‑informed teaching and contribute to scholarly outputs.
  
• Develop and maintain personal expertise in specialist subject areas.
  
• Provide leadership relating to curriculum development, innovative new course/CPD developments, teaching and learning, research, knowledge exchange and consultancy. Undertake teaching duties (via lectures, practicals, seminars, tutorials etc) and associated assessment duties, or as otherwise required by the Dean of School/Associate Dean
  
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate projects.
  
• Engage with other staff in and out with the University, in research and professional activities relevant to the post.
  
• Manage and implement key projects and strategic initiatives, leading teams and delegating responsibilities as necessary.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of School/Associate Dean.