Associate Lecturer

Lancashire; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Employee benefits platform

24/7 online GP

Job summary

University of Lancashire in Preston invites applications for a part-time Lecturer in Games Design. The role is based in the BA (Hons) Games Design studio on the Victoria Building campus, alongside Animation, Design and Fashion programs.

You will bring industry expertise and the ability to support learners in Higher Education. The successful candidate will have an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject, HE delivery experience or relevant industry background, and a flexible approach to

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in Games Design or equivalent.
• Experience delivering Higher Education courses is preferred.
• Industry experience in games design is required.

Skills

Games design industry skills

Education

BA (Hons) Games Design

Job description

By joining the University of Lancashire, you’ll become part of a thriving community of talent that’s united by a shared vision – to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Every colleague has a vital role to play in helping us achieve this vision.

About the role:

An opportunity has arisen for a part time Lecturer in Games Design. Candidates must possess excellent industry skills.

BA (Hons) Games Design is based within a specialist studio in the Victoria Building on the main campus. The building is also home to Animation, Design and Fashion programmes and the university’s bespoke exhibition space, the PR1 Gallery.

About you:

We are seeking to appoint an individual who has a passion for games, an excellent understanding of diverse learning styles and the ability to support learners within the HE sector. You should bring a flexible approach to learning and teaching and a willingness to work effectively and constructively with colleagues and students. The successful candidate/s for this post must be student-focused and have Higher Education delivery experience and/or relevant industry experience. Candidates will also need to have an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.

Use of AI in applications:

We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience and the written elements of your application should accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

What we can offer you:

We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP.

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives.

About us:

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that is listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.