Lecturer (Design) - Manchester, United Kingdom - Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

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Manchester, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

The Department of Design is part of Manchester School of Art - the 2nd oldest art school in the UK.

The Department played a significant part in the recent REF success in Art and Design which was ranked second in the UK for research power with 100% of its research environment and impact rated as internationally excellent (3*) or world leading (4*).

The department is renowned for its innovative research and its award-winning pedagogy in collaborative design practice Unit X.

Our ambition is to be internationally recognised for employing design intelligently to address global challenges, whilst seeking to push the boundaries of research and practice-led design and pedagogy, to create the agenda setters of the future.

We aim to create a viable future by facilitating responsible cultural, social, material, and technological transformations and we place value on responding to the needs of industry and society to address critical challenges.

Our extensive heritage and connection to the creative industries has enabled us to become one of the leading providers of design research and education nationally and internationally.

The Role

We are seeking an ambitious
Lecturer to contribute to the future curriculum design and delivery of our externally facing collaborative curriculum.

In this role, you will work closely with external stakeholders and colleagues across all Design specialisms to respond to International and Education strategic priorities.

Your focus will be to co-design and develop innovative projects that enable work-integrated and collaborative learning opportunities in support of an outstanding student experience.

An understanding of future Design contexts connected to sustainability, digital innovation, and inclusive agendas is essential, plus excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage complex organisational systems, digital platforms, and events.

A background in a creative discipline is essential, together with industry experience, teaching or current research in Design specialisms /collaborative design practice.

We are looking to appoint an individual who is passionate about education, creative problem-solving, and the transformative power of design.

How to apply

Applications should include a full CV and covering letter, setting out your interest in the role and details of how your knowledge, skills and experience match the essential criteria.

Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.