Job Description

The School of Digital Arts is a purpose built, interdisciplinary school at one of the UK's leading universities. Offering industry and research informed courses and specialist spaces with the latest technologies, SODA is a 35M investment into the workspaces, networks, teaching, and research that will drive the next generation of creative content. Our students study disciplines that span film, animation, UX, photography, games design, games art, music and sound design and more, often working on live projects with industry partners and frequently collaborating with fellow students and researchers. They choose from a flexible mix of courses: foundation year, undergraduate, postgraduate and research degrees that run alongside degree apprenticeships, summer schools and short courses.



SODA builds on the award-winning strengths of the Manchester School of Art, and brings together creative and craft disciplines, technical and scientific skills, industry partnerships and global research to teach the next generation of talent. Rated sixth in the UK for its research power, and with a history of generating ideas and innovation that stretches back 180 years, Manchester School of Art has pioneered the interdisciplinary approach that guides how we teach and work at SODA.



Opened in September 2021, SODA works closely with a diverse range of cultural and industry partners and are ideally placed in a creative global city that has transformed to be a leading powerhouse of the UK's digital economy. Industry connectivity and inclusion within the School is critical.

Tutor - User Experience Design

We are looking to appoint a part-time Tutor (Fixed Term) in User Experience Design for 5 months, Sept 2025-January 2026. Candidates should have demonstrable experience with any of the following:


UI design skills and experience Data driven, personalised and/or automated UX possibly in e- and m-commerce contexts Design and evaluation of UX 'beyond the screen' i.e., in immersive and embodied experiences and modes of interaction enabled through IoT/wearables/VR/XR/AR Near future UX

Working at Manchester Met

To Apply:

Please submit a

cover letter AND CV

via our application portal that specifically refers to the that accompanies this advert, addressing your strengths in relation to the categories stated. If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact Christine Charnock C.Carnock@mmu.ac.uk , Danny Cookney D.Cookney@mmu.ac.uk or Jessica Owen Jessica.Owen@mmu.ac.uk



Please note that this vacancy is for a 0.4 fte (14 hours) position.



Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.



We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.



Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.



Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached for that vacancy.