Senior Lecturer in Game Design

Keele University; Keele; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A university in England is seeking a Senior Lecturer in Game Design to lead an innovative undergraduate programme in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. This role involves teaching, course management, and contributing to research within a supportive academic environment. The ideal candidate will have a PhD or equivalent experience and relevant skills in Game Design, including 3D modelling and current game engines. Excellent benefits and a commitment to flexible working are offered.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay with annual increments

Generous annual leave entitlement

Excellent staff pension scheme

Access to continued personal and professional development

On-site nursery

Discounted health & fitness facilities

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience designing and teaching Game Design at undergraduate level.
• Ability to support students and build links with industry.
• Knowledge and digital skills in Game Design.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching, assessment, and course management.
• Help students develop creative and technical skills.
• Contribute to research and publications.

Skills

Game Design

3D modelling

Game art

Narrative and worldbuilding

Current software and game engines

Education

PhD in relevant discipline

Master's plus professional experience

Job description

Arrangements for job share would be considered.

Keene University is looking for a Senior Lecturer in Game Design to lead our new undergraduate programme in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. This is a chance to shape a new course as Keele grows its creative arts and industries degrees.

We welcome applicants with experience designing and teaching Game Design at undergraduate level. You will work with colleagues to plan and deliver modules, support students, and build links with industry, schools, and colleges.

You will lead teaching, assessment, and course management, making sure students have a positive and inclusive learning experience. You will help students develop their creative and technical skills, combining storytelling, technology, and professional practice.

You should have good knowledge and digital skills in Game Design, and experience in areas such as 3D modelling, game art, or narrative and worldbuilding. You will be confident using current software and game engines.

The role is part of Keele’s Research and Education academic career path. Alongside teaching, you will have the opportunity to grow your research and contribute to publications and public engagement.

You should hold a PhD in a relevant discipline or a Master’s plus equivalent professional experience both in a relevant subject.

Benefits

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Excellent staff pension scheme
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development
• On site ‘outstanding’ nursery
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above.

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

Keene University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 15,000 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world‑class research. Further information can be found at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/.

Keele University values equality and diversity across its workforce and to ensuring its staff community is reflective of the diversity of its student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

How to Apply

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies.

Please complete an online application form and submit as part of your application: (i) an academic CV, (ii) a covering letter of two sides A4 explaining how you meet the person specification; (iii) a sample of work or a link to a research output.

Keene University employees wishing to apply should login to Employee Self Service and click on the ‘View current vacancies’ link.

For informal enquiries may be addressed to the Head of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Professor Siobhan Talbott ([e-mail]). Applications to this address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 19th December 2025. Interviews will be held on: 22nd January 2026.