Lecturer

Aston University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in the UK is looking for a Lecturer in Digital Marketing to develop and deliver high-quality teaching. The successful candidate will supervise postgraduate students and engage in impactful research. A PhD and relevant teaching qualifications are essential. This full-time role offers a salary range of £47,389 to £56,535 per annum with flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Good first degree, Master’s degree, and PhD in a relevant field.
• Relevant teaching qualifications or willingness to undertake PGCert.
• Experience in a Marketing role, industry experience is desirable.
• Evidence of research impact and funding experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality teaching in Digital Marketing and related modules.
• Produce REF-returnable research, seek external funding, and generate impact.
• Supervise postgraduate students.
• Contribute to the Department’s research profile and business support provisions.
• Lead one or more research initiatives.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Digital Marketing

Collaboration

External funding acquisition

Education

Good first degree

Master’s degree

PhD

Job description

Job Details

Location: Aston University Main Campus

Salary: £47,389 to £56,535 per annum

Grade: 09

Contract Type: Permanent

Basis: Full Time

Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Monday 08 December 2025

Interview Date: Friday 23 January 2026

Reference: 1099-25

About the School

Aston Business School is a Triple Accredited University (EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA) and recognised as one of the leading Universities in the UK for academic research, excellent teaching and business engagement. We are the only one of three UK institutions with the Small Business Charter Gold Award.

About the Department

The Marketing & Entrepreneurship Department has 36 staff specialising in marketing, entrepreneurship and business enterprise. It currently manages and delivers two popular undergraduate and BSc Digital Marketing programmes starting in 2026/2, as well as two postgraduate programmes. The Department also supports a range of programmes at all levels across the School and Aston University, delivering teaching primarily in Birmingham, but also at our Aston London Campus and through online programmes.

Role Description

As part of our growth strategy, we have expanded our Digital Marketing related modules and programmes. We are therefore seeking to recruit a Lecturer with teaching and research specialism in Digital Marketing, who can also contribute to other modules taught in Marketing. The successful candidate will be inspirational, highly motivated and able to contribute to the development of the Department's research, teaching, citizenship and postgraduate research supervision.

Research and Teaching Focus

We have a thriving teaching innovation and research culture. Core research areas include services marketing management, consumer behaviour and AI. We look for candidates with applied/empirical research skills, REF‐returnable work, a natural collaborator, and a hands‑on, can‑do attitude. The role includes leadership in securing external funding, research council income and impact generation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high‑quality teaching in Digital Marketing and related Marketing modules.
• Produce research that is REF returnable, seek external funding, and create impact through external engagement.
• Supervise postgraduate students.
• Contribute to the Department’s research profile, impact generation and business/policy support provisions.
• Play a leadership role in one or more research endeavours.

Qualifications

• Good first degree, Master’s degree, and PhD.
• Relevant teaching qualifications or willingness to undertake PGCert.
• Experience in a Marketing role (industry experience desirable).
• Evidence of research impact and funding experience.

Visa Sponsorship

This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role. We are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.

Equal Opportunities

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We promote equality and diversity, and we strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place.

Flexible Working

We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss available options.

Accessibility

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