Programme Leader – Master of Fine Art (MFA) (1.0 FTE)

Permanent

35 hours per week

The Glasgow School of Art invites applications for Programme Leader of the MFA – a renowned two-year, full-time postgraduate programme attracting an internationally diverse cohort of emerging artists.

You will lead the academic direction, development, and delivery of the programme, supported by a committed team of lecturers and working closely with senior colleagues across the School of Fine Art. You will have extensive experience in Fine Art education and a professional standing as an artist or associated practitioner appropriate to the status of the MFA.

The role requires a commitment to inclusive, decentralised educational approaches, supporting students to engage critically with diverse audiences, practices, and global contexts. You will have a strong research profile and play an active role in the School’s research networks.

This is a key opportunity to shape a programme with a distinctive identity, embedded in Glasgow’s rich cultural landscape and internationally respected for its contribution to contemporary art education.

Apply now to join one of Europe’s leading centres for Fine Art education.

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Closing date for submission of completed applications: 23:59 (BST) Wednesday 24^th September 2025

Interviews for this post will take place week commencing 20^th October 2025

For full details and to apply online, please click on the apply button above.

If you don’t currently have the right to work and live in the UK, we are able to offer sponsorship for Skilled Work Visas subject to UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requirements if the role meets the Home Office eligibility requirements. Details can be found on the Home Office website - https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact hrservicedesk@gsa.ac.uk

The Glasgow School of Art is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity in work and study. We strive to create and maintain an inclusive environment where all students and employees feel safe, understood and valued. Applications are welcomed from candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, ethnic or religious background, gender identity or sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, caring responsibilities or care experience.

We recognise we do not have the diversity of staff that we want and we particularly welcome and encourage applications from candidates who identify as being from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at The Glasgow School of Art.

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