Senior Lecturer in Communication Design (Student Experience Lead)

The opportunity

We’re looking for an ambitious academic researcher and/or practitioner to take on the role of Senior Lecturer in Communication Design (Student Experience Lead). 

In this key role, you’ll work collaboratively within a Programme and Course team, deploying specialist expertise to develop pedagogy and the curriculum in innovative and critical directions and to lead on student experience responsibilities on the Course and Programme.

The role will contribute to the Design School’s commitment to social design and belief that Design can make a substantial and positive contribution to the development of society, through engagement with sectors beyond the creative industries.

About You

Candidates will possess specialist knowledge and/or experience of Communication Design practice, theory and thinking, with an emphasis on teaching and learning. We seek candidates who demonstrate a commitment to advancing a scholarly and/or pedagogic agenda focused on design pedagogy, fostering inclusion, social and climate justice, and advancing equity in their teaching practice.

Candidates will have a sound knowledge of the theories and practices in Communication Design and will be expected to develop these across the Course and Programme. Candidates should possess a record of research, knowledge exchange, and/or professional practice, with a proficiency in communication design practice, theory and concepts and knowledge of Adobe CC. Skills and knowledge in UX/UI, motion graphics, interactive/digital design are a bonus.

Successful candidates will be active in research and/or knowledge exchange and possess a strong record of publications. An MA in Graphic Design or a relevant field is essential, and a PhD in Design or a relevant field (or near completion) is a bonus.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) offers an extensive range of courses in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. UAL is home to a diverse body of over 6,000 academic, professional and technical staff who support more than 21,000 students from 130 countries.

The University is made up of 6 renowned Colleges: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL is ranked second in the world for Art and Design in the 2022 QS World University Rankings.

To apply please click the 'Apply' button.

Interviews are scheduled for Wednesday 15th November 2023 at Camberwell College of Arts.

Should you have any questions about the role, please contact Danah Abdulla, Programme Director Graphic Design at d.abdulla@arts.ac.uk

Should you have any questions about the application process or require any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Adrienne Marsh, Resourcing Advisor at jobs.ccw@arts.ac.uk

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.

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