About ARU:
ARU is a global university transforming lives through innovative, inclusive and entrepreneurial education and research. ARU holds a Gold award for the quality of its education, awarded through the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
ARU’s research institutes and four faculties bridge scientific, technical and creative fields. We deliver impactful research which tackles pressing issues and makes a real difference to our communities. Our academic excellence has been recognised by the UK’s Higher Education funding bodies, with 16 of our research areas assessed as world leading. We are the largest provider of Nursing, Midwifery, Health and Social Care students in the East of England, and we are also among the UK’s leading universities for degree apprenticeship provision, working with hundreds of employers across the UK.
About the Role:
Lecturer in Graphic Design (9-month Maternity Cover)
Graphic Design is one of nine undergraduate courses delivered at Cambridge School of Art. The course encourages students to push boundaries and challenge existing thinking by developing innovative design solutions, as well promoting a strong focus on professional practice.
We are seeking a highly-skilled lecturer to deliver and develop a series of dynamic modules across our Graphic Design provision. The ideal candidate will engage students in exploring creativity through design, emphasising its diverse application across media, motion graphics, web design, and various other specialisms in both analogue print methods, and digital spaces. You will inspire students to push the boundaries of contemporary graphic design, refining their creative vision and enhancing their technical expertise.
Key responsibilities include: teaching, assessment, module leadership, organisation and administration including updating and maintaining the Virtual Learning Environment and clear communication with students and colleagues.
You should have a proven track record of successfully guiding student progression within Graphic Design or a similar discipline, along with industry connections that will enhance and enrich the delivery of the course. providing students with real-world insights and opportunities.
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the Course Director in developing and delivering the curriculum. The post holder will be expected to engage in research and/or professional practice to explore various aspects of the creative industries, within their specific field of expertise.
Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Lauren Fried, CSA Head of School at lauren.fried@aru.ac.uk
Find out more about working with us and how we recruit.
We have an agile working culture and offer an extensive range of benefits including generous holiday entitlement, occupational pension schemes, training and development opportunities, travel to work scheme and a competitive relocation package. Visit our benefits page for full details.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of our staff and students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that ARU will carry out online searches as part of the due diligence on short listed candidates.
We value diversity at ARU and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Committed to being inclusive and open to discuss flexible working.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.
Guidance Notes:
Please download the Job Description Person Specification for key requirements. To apply, demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the criteria.
