Job Description

Vacancy ID


11872


College/Service


London College of Fashion


Location


LCF - East Bank Stratford, London UK


Salary


43,762 - 52,246 per annum


Contract


Permanent


Hours


37


Apply by


30 September 2025, 11:55 pm



The opportunity
We are seeking a dynamic Lecturer in Psychology to join our Science Programme at the Fashion Business School. This unique role focuses on the application of psychology within the context of fashion and related industries. You will lead teaching, curriculum development and ongoing scholarly work on our Psychology courses, helping students understand human behaviour through a fashion lens. As part of a collaborative psychology team, you will contribute to the design and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, integrating innovative, critical and inclusive approaches to pedagogy. You will provide academic and pastoral support to a designated year group, monitor student progress and attendance, maintain accurate records and liaise with colleagues to ensure a high-quality learning experience. In addition to teaching responsibilities, you will engage in research and scholarship that inform your practice and contribute to the School's academic profile, with a particular focus on psychological themes relevant to fashion, identity, sustainability and consumer behaviour.
Your profile
The successful candidate will have a relevant postgraduate degree (or an equivalent) and some experience of teaching and assessment in a Higher Education setting. A PhD in a related area, a teaching qualification (such as a PGCert), Fellowship of Advance HE or Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society are considered desirable. Subject specialism should include social psychology, with a particular interest in consumer or organisational psychology as applied to fashion businesses. Candidates must demonstrate excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences in an inclusive and accessible manner. Evidence of research, teaching, knowledge exchange or professional practice aligned with the UAL strategic goals is desirable. The role also requires a collaborative working style and a strong commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and enhancing the student experience.
We are UAL
University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.
As a University we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.
Application process
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.
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