Senior Lecturer in Project Management

York St John University; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing UK university is seeking a Senior Lecturer in Project Management. This role involves teaching postgraduate students in various settings, offering academic support, and developing a solid research profile. Candidates should have expertise in Project Management and the ability to cultivate an outstanding research profile. The position offers a competitive salary and is a full-time, fixed-term contract for 12 months. Strong interest in industry partnerships is vital for work-readiness and practical skills integration.

Qualifications

• Expertise in teaching Project Management at a variety of levels, specifically postgraduate.
• Ability to cultivate an outstanding research profile in their related field.
• Doctoral level qualification or five years’ professional experience with Level D certification.

Responsibilities

• Teach in large lectures, group tutorials/seminars, and provide pastoral support.
• Develop a solid research profile in project management or related field.
• Work in partnership with industry to embed work-readiness and practical skills.

Skills

Teaching Project Management

Research cultivation

Work-readiness and practical skills

Education

Doctoral level qualification or Level D certification

Job description

Senior Lecturer in Project Management

Department: York Business School
Location: York
Salary: £48,822 to £59,966 per annum
Contract: 12 months (Full time, Fixed Term)
Reference: 169-25-R
Closing Date: Tuesday, 6 January 2026 at midnight

Introduction

York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us. As one of the fastest growing universities in the UK over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.

The School

York Business School was officially launched in 2018 following over 25 years of the delivery of Business and Management education at York St John University. The school is an ambitious and innovative business school where students are at the centre of everything we do. We have over 3,000 students ( >1800 undergraduate and >1300 postgraduate) across our suite of programmes running in York. Our burgeoning national and international research profile, excellent teaching and learning and inclusive ethos supports an exceptional student experience – TEF Gold rated.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Senior Lecturer to contribute to our vibrant postgraduate portfolio. The majority of work will involve teaching in a variety of settings, including large lectures, group tutorials/seminars and assessment; and the provision of pastoral and academic support to students. We are passionate about our students and they are at the forefront of everything we do. We work to ensure that our courses are delivered in partnership with industry, embedding work-readiness, practical skills and digital literacy, so an interest in these areas is vital. The successful candidate will also be supported in developing a solid research profile in project management or their related field.

Key Requirements

• Expertise in teaching Project Management at a variety of levels, specifically postgraduate.
• Ability to cultivate an outstanding research profile in their related field.
• Doctoral level qualification or five years’ professional experience with Level D certification.

Additional Information

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview. Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship; however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Contact

Dean Garratt – [e-mail]

Interview Date – Tuesday, 20 January 2026