Job Description

Location: Waterside Campus

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About the Job

(Casual basis)

Interview Date: 11 October 2023

The University is seeking an Associate Lecturer, with teaching and industry experience to contribute and support the creative, experimental and commercial elements of the BA Illustration programme.

The successful applicant will have practical knowledge of working with both digital and traditional media and, ideally moving image/animation as this is the area we are looking to support with an associate lecturer. Key interests may revolve around (but not exclusively) sequential illustration such as comics and graphic novels, reportage, drawing, publishing or moving image. The ability to bring together creative ideas and technical skill is vital as the post includes locating experimental, research-led illustration work in context. A working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite is essential, and knowledge of printmaking, bookmaking or photographic technologies would be advantageous.

This should be demonstrable through a contemporary portfolio of personal and professional outputs.

About you

The successful applicant should have a degree qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject as well as subject specialist knowledge. A Masters and teaching qualification would be desirable.

Teaching knowledge and experience is essential. The ability to work independently as well as collegiately within a team. To communicate professionally and effectively with learners and colleagues. An ability to use imitative to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. An adaptable, positive, and proactive approach to supporting the general running of the Subject Group, Faculty and wider University.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Undergraduate degree (UG) in a subject relevant to your stated specialism (to teach/supervise at UG level)
• Professional/industry experience PSRB registration for teaching and assessing on PSRB accredited programs

Desirable:

• Professional recognition as HEA Associate Fellow (D1) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain HEA Associate Fellow (D1) within an agreed timescale
• Postgraduate degree (MA/MSc etc.) in a subject relevant to your stated specialism (to teach/supervise at PG level)

Faculty

The BA Illustration programme sits within the subject area of Art and Design in the Faculty of Arts Science and Technology.

Right to Work

All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. Due to the requirements laid out by UK Visas and Immigration regarding Right to Work in the UK, the University can only accept applications from individuals who currently have a status allowing them to work in the UK for this position.

Equality

We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical and sustainable work, study and living environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion.

This commitment, along with our legal and moral obligations, provides an inclusive environment for staff, students and the public who may be affected by our activities.

Together @ UON confirms our commitment to equality and inclusion, underpinned by our belief in taking action. We are dedicated to creating an environment that celebrates equality and harnesses the power of diversity.

Together @ UON demonstrates our pledge to our staff, students and partners to nurture and develop an environment where equality and inclusion can thrive whilst we Transform Lives and Inspire Change.

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\xc2\xa340 to \xc2\xa348 per hour including holiday rate

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