Lecturer in Digital Technology & Design

De Montfort University; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

De Montfort University invites applications for a part-time Lecturer in Digital Technology & Design within the Design Subject Area. The role focuses on delivering 2D/3D CAD teaching (SolidWorks, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and developing Life Cycle Assessment capabilities, with opportunities to extend to AutoCAD, SketchUp and Rhino.

Collaboration across design disciplines and integration of new technologies are key.

Qualifications

• Experience with design software in higher education settings.
• Ability to deliver CAD teaching across 2D/3D environments.
• Capacity to develop and integrate Life Cycle Assessment tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver essential 2D and 3D CAD teaching (SolidWorks, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and develop capability in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) software for the Design Subject area.
• Be willing to learn and apply additional software including AutoCAD, SketchUp and Rhino.
• Foster collaboration across the Design Subject area and across delivery teams.
• Support technology integration such as 3D printing, scanning, VR and generative AI.

Skills

Curriculum design

Digital design

Teaching in HE

Collaborative

Education

BSc / BA Degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Rhino

3D printing

VR

Generative AI

Job description

Main duties and responsibilities

De Montfort University (DMU) is an ambitious, globally minded institution with a relentless focus on delivering quality teaching and learning, and a campus‑wide focus on providing a sector‑leading student experience. A culturally rich university with a palpable commitment to the public good, it strives to maintain a stimulating and inclusive environment where staff and students are able to thrive. The university is a vibrant, multicultural hub of learning, creativity and innovation that never surrenders to convention. Our success is built on a fantastic student experience coupled with award‑winning teaching and world‑class facilities that help students develop the skills and attitudes employers’ demand.

Job Description

Lecturer in Digital Technology & Design

Requisition Id: 642

Job Location: Gateway House

Full‑time/Part‑time: Part‑time

Employee Weekly Hours: 14.80

Maximum Salary: 43,482.00 GBP

Minimum Salary: 39,906.00 GBP

Application Closing Date: 03/09/2026

Main duties and responsibilities

De Montfort University (DMU) is an ambitious, globally minded institution with a relentless focus on delivering quality teaching and learning, and a campus‑wide focus on providing a sector‑leading student experience. A culturally rich university with a palpable commitment to the public good, it strives to maintain a stimulating and inclusive environment where staff and students are able to thrive. The university is a vibrant, multicultural hub of learning, creativity and innovation that never surrenders to convention. Our success is built on a fantastic student experience coupled with award‑winning teaching and world‑class facilities that help students develop the skills and attitudes employers’ demand.

Faculty / School

This role is within the Design Subject Area, in the School of Design Innovation, in the Faculty of Technology, Arts and Culture. The subject area consists of three distinct but inter‑related areas – Design Crafts, Product Design and Interior Design, with the applicant being based in the Product Design team but working across the subject area for a significant part of their role.

The Role

It will deliver essential, core 2D and 3D CAD teaching (Solidworks, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and develop capability in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) software for the Design Subject area. A willingness to learn and develop proficiency in additional subject‑specific software, including AutoCAD, SketchUp and Rhino would be beneficial. Support will be provided as required.

The post will also require broader technology integration skills including 3D printing, scanning, VR, generative AI. These areas of expertise will underpin emerging and future roles and core competencies for our graduates in the design sector. These will include digital materials specialists, circularity analysts, sustainable product technologists, computational designers and immersive‑environment creators.

As this role cross teaches through subject area, it is hoped the applicant will foster closer collaboration between the subjects and bring insights to the delivery teams about where collaboration can be found.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a dynamic, experienced and ambitious lecturer within the subject area of Design, with specific expertise in digital design software, visual communication and current industrial design practices. You will have experience of current industry software, teaching in Higher Education, and be expected to contribute to the future and ongoing development of the design subject area. You will have access to a range of training opportunities and facilities relevant to your on‑going professional development/practice and the ability to develop and maintain your own scholarly and/or professional profile.

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Informal enquires about the position to Nicky Harding, Subject Group Lead for Design & Materials. Contact [e-mail]

Contact

Informal enquires about the position to Nicky Harding, Subject Group Lead for Design & Materials. Contact [e-mail]

Competencies

• Curriculum Development
• Teaching Delivery
• Assessment & Feedback
• Student Support
• External Engagement
• Quality Assurance
• Technology Integration
• Professional Development

Skills

• Communication
• Empathy
• Critical Thinking
• Time Management
• Adaptability
• Collaboration
• Honest and Compassionate
• Innovative and Creative
• Community Minded

Education

BSc / BA Degree