Lecturer in Project and Supply Chain Management - Manchester

Arden University; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday + bank holidays

Generous Aviva pension

Private Medical Insurance

Perkbox benefits

Study Arden courses for free

Golden Ticket education gift

Job summary

Arden University is seeking a Lecturer in Project Management and Supply Chain to join the Department of Supply Chain and Project Management. The role is based at our Manchester campus with a hybrid model requiring 4 days travel.

You will deliver onsite and online lectures, lead modules, oversee assessments, and help develop new programmes to align with industry needs while supporting students and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate ability to teach at least one of the listed criteria (PM/SCM related).
• Experience leading programmes or modules in higher education.
• Strong commitment to student learning and employability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lectures onsite and online as required.
• Lead or contribute to module leadership and learning materials.
• Oversee assessment marking and provide high‑quality feedback.
• Lead or support new programmes and refresh existing ones to meet industry trends.
• Collaborate to provide academic support to students.
• Innovate teaching, student support, and assessment methods.

Skills

Teaching ability

Academic leadership

Curriculum development

Education

PhD in PM/SCM or related

FHEA Fellowship

Programme Leader experience

Job description

Salary: £42,663 - £49,399 per annum

Employment type: Permanent

Hours per week: 37

Reporting into: Head of Department for Supply Chain and Project Management

Department: Supply Chain and Project Management

This role operates on a hybrid working arrangement that will require 4 days travel into our Manchester campus.

This may fluctuate in line with business requirements.

Our working model arrangements are a non-contractual benefit so please note that an Arden work location is added to our employment contracts.

About Arden University

We are an aspirational and multi-award-winning university, delivering rapid growth with ambitious plans to disrupt the HE sector through our passion for innovation and digital education. Our vision is to become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners worldwide, ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access higher education.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines, forge worldwide partnerships, and expand our locations.

About our Department

The successful candidate will join our dynamic and growing academic team in the Department of Supply Chain and Project Management, supporting the delivery and development of our undergraduate, postgraduate, and degree apprenticeship programmes. We deliver a broad range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and degree apprenticeship programmes designed to prepare students for the demands of today’s global supply chains and project-based environments. Our teaching combines academic rigour with real-world relevance, covering key areas such as logistics, procurement, sustainability, digital innovation, and project leadership. By working closely with employers and industry partners, we ensure our students gain the knowledge, confidence, and practical experience they need to succeed in their chosen careers.

About the Opportunity

This Lecturer in Project Management and Supply Chain will report to our Head of Department for Project Management and Supply Chain. You will:

• Deliver engaging and dynamic lectures onsite and online as required

• Take on module leadership, ensuring consistent quality and development of learning materials and schemes of work.

• Oversee assessment marking, create authentic assessments, and provide high-quality feedback.

• Lead or support the creation of new programmes and refresh existing ones to align with industry trends and employer requirements.

• Collaborate with colleagues to provide academic advice and support to students.

• Drive innovation in teaching methods, student support, and assessment techniques.

About You

We are particularly looking for someone who is able to bring to life the latest industry practice for our students. You will have a sharp focus on all aspects of excellent teaching, learning and student experience and will contribute to the Department's partnership and knowledge exchange activities. You will also provide support to our collaborative partners internationally.

You will need to be able to demonstrate you can teach at least one of the following:

• A PhD or equivalent in Project Management, Supply Chain Management or a closely related discipline.

• Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) or above.

• Experience as a Programme Team Leader.

Desirable:

• Industry engagement and knowledge exchange with industry partners.

• Senior or Principal Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA/PFHEA).

• Relevant professional accreditation, certification or chartered status through bodies such as the Association for Project Management (APM), Project Management Institute (PMI), Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), or Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS).

Why Arden

At Arden, you will become a part of a passionate and dedicated team who are committed to removing unnecessary barriers to learning and making education more accessible. Our people work hard to ensure our students journeys are the best they can possibly be, as such we want to reward our people with fantastic benefits. Employees benefit from:

• 30 days holiday + bank holidays on-top, and even a Christmas closure!

• A generous Aviva pension plan, company contributions starting from 7%

• BUPA plan option

• Private Medical Insurance coverage (applies to certain job roles)

• Access to Perkbox benefits

• Study any Arden course for free, with a discount for all family and friends

• Plus, other excellent benefits

• Our ‘Golden Ticket’ which allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education

Our Values

Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness, reflect who we are as an institution, a team and as individuals. If they also reflect you and you are excited by the chance to be the driving, creative force within a growing business, we want to hear from you.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines and locations.

Closing Date: Tuesday 10 November

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Arden University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. This means that if you have a disability, as defined by the Disability Equality Act 2010, you may be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you wish to be considered under this scheme, you can indicate via the application form below. By doing so, you are also consenting for this information to be shared with the hiring team. For more details on what qualifies as a disability under the Disability Equality Act 2010, please refer to the guidance here.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Therefore, we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances, and actively welcome applications from all groups.

Sponsorship statement

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