Assistant Professor in Digital Marketing

Fixed term for 3 years

Introduction:

The University of Southampton Malaysia (UoSM) is an international branch campus of the University of Southampton, a founding member of the UK's Russell Group and consistently ranked among the world's leading universities. UoSM delivers high-quality British education in Malaysia, offering programmes across Business, Engineering and Computer Science.

We are now at a defining moment in UoSM’s journey. Guided by our ambitious Growth Strategy, we are reimagining the University not merely as a branch campus, but as a beacon of British higher education excellence in Malaysia and the wider region. At the heart of this transformation is the Triple Helix model of Education, Research and Knowledge Exchanged & Enterprise which integrates high-quality teaching, world-class research, and active collaboration with industry, government, and communities to deliver tangible societal and economic impact.

The role:

As part of our ambitious growth strategy, we are seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Digital Marketing to support the continued development of our Marketing portfolio, including the MSc Digital Marketing and BSc Marketing programmes.

The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of high-quality teaching across areas including digital marketing strategy, consumer insight, social media, search engine optimisation (SEO), digital campaign management and marketing analytics. They will also contribute to curriculum development, student supervision and the wider academic life of the School.

This teaching-focused role requires an educator who is committed to delivering engaging, interactive, and student-centred learning experiences that prepare graduates for successful careers in the rapidly evolving marketing industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering lectures, developing assessments, supervising student projects, and contributing to an outstanding student learning experience.

About you:

We particularly welcome applications from candidates with relevant industry experience in digital agencies, corporate marketing departments, or related fields, who can bridge the gap between academic theory and contemporary marketing practices through the integration of real-world insights and case studies. You will join a collaborative and inclusive academic community committed to excellence in education, impactful research and meaningful engagement with industry and society. At UoSM, we place equal importance on achievement, innovation, collaboration and the wellbeing and development of our people.

Essential requirements:

• PhD in Digital Marketing or a closely related discipline.
• Experience of teaching in higher education.
• Evidence of research activity and scholarly publication.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum development and student success.
• Commitment to collaborative working and inclusive academic practice.

Knowledge of Malaysian higher education frameworks and relevant industry experience would be advantageous.

At the University of Southampton Malaysia, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Guided by our core values of Safety, Respect, and Growth, we foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We support our staff through generous leave, additional University closure days, and a flexible working approach where appropriate.

Application procedure:

If you are enthusiastic about shaping the future of foundation education at a globally recognised institution, we welcome your application.

Internal candidates are encouraged to apply. Applications will be considered in accordance with the University's recruitment and selection procedures.

Please submit your ONE (1) PDF document containing a cover Letter (addressing key responsibilities and requirements) and up to date CV to jobs.uosm@southampton.ac.uk. The application deadline is midnight on the closing date stated above.

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