Reader (Design Innovation - Design Factory) - Manchester, United Kingdom - Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University
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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


The role of Reader is an academic distinction conferred by the University and post holders are expected to develop their personal distinction in their field and make a sustained and innovative contribution to its advancement through scholarship and research.

It is expected that post holders will be working towards a promotion to Professor typically within a period of four to five years.


How to apply


Applications should include a full CV and covering letter indicating 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.

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