Lecturer in Human Resource Management

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Business and Management 

The discipline of Business and Management at the University of Derby is a vibrant hub of innovation, enterprise, and global thinking.

With a curriculum accredited by several different professional organisations such as the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), cutting-edge facilities, and strong links to employers such as Rolls-Royce, Toyota, and Bloc Digital, we offer an inspiring environment where academic excellence meets practical impact.

About the Role

As Lecturer in Human Resource Management, you will be supported by an experienced team to teach and supervise a range of undergraduates, postgraduates and executive clients. With a focus upon Human Resource Management, Organisational Behaviour, Leadership or Change Management, you will play a central role in creating an engaging and supportive learning environment that motivates, challenges and inspires students, contributing to an outstanding overall student experience aligned with the University’s strategic priorities.

Alongside teaching responsibilities, you will also be offered opportunities to work on research projects and funding bids as appropriate.

Anticipated interview date: Friday 18th September 2026

About You

We are seeking an engaging and collaborative individual with experience or knowledge of the higher education environment, and the ability to deliver inclusive, high-quality teaching using a range of approaches to support and motivate students. You will be able to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, creating a supportive learning environment that enables all students to succeed.

You will demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and to enhancing the overall student experience, contributing to a culture that values quality, innovation, and shared success. Candidates should hold a good honours degree in a relevant subject area and a PhD in relevant subject discipline (or equivalent qualification / experience), alongside CIPD accreditation at Associate Level or above, and Fellowship of Advance HE (or a willingness to achieve FHEA status).

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Dr Tina Bass, Subject Lead for Business and Management via t.bass@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£41,700 per annum, as of 22^nd July 2025).

If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if:

• Your job is on the Immigration Skills List
• You’re under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional training
• You have a PhD level qualification that’s relevant to your job
• You have a postdoctoral position in science or higher education

Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered.

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