Senior Lecturer in Creative Computing

University of the Arts London - Creative Computing Institute; London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job description

The opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced lecturer to join our teaching team at the UAL Creative Computing Institute.

As Senior Lecturer in Creative Computing, you will be responsible for teaching, curriculum development, and on-going scholarship on the BSc Creative Computing course.

The BSc Creative Computing course is an exciting mix of computing and creative practice set in the context of a world-renowned creative university. Students learn to code, build apps, craft digital experiences, explore machine learning and more. Students acquire a contemporary set of applied computing skills covering the dominant coding languages and workflows that support innovation in the digital technology sector and creative practice. Building on these skills, and through creative practice, our students also develop their ability to innovate.

You will work collaboratively within a course team, deploying specialist expertise to develop pedagogy and the curriculum in innovative and critical directions that stimulate thought and practice, challenging the canon of creative computing with the aim of promoting diversity and inclusion.

You will also be responsible for a year group of undergraduate students’ pastoral support, progress and attendance, maintaining records and liaising with colleagues as appropriate.

About you

You will have previous experience of teaching in Higher Education (or a comparable context) and in delivering a high-quality student experience. Some knowledge of curriculum development and assessment will also be essential. You should be comfortable working with diverse cohorts of students and committed to a teaching approach that understands a range of student experiences within a course.

An MA/MSc or equivalent relevant industry experience in fields associated with Creative Computing or associated subjects is desirable.

You will have a strong commitment to the advancement of your discipline, critical discourse and positive social impact and be engaged in relevant networks and communities of practice within this and/or related fields.

You will be proactive in utilising and building networks of subject peers, partnerships and collaborations and can work well collaboratively, helping to foster an inclusive and constructive working environment. You will also be capable of planning, prioritising and managing resources effectively.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

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Closing date: 23:55, 20^th May 2025.

Our culture

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

Salary: £52,246 to £62,934 per annum