Job Reference
0824-25
Date Posted
Monday 3 November 2025
Application Closing Date
Sunday 16 November 2025 at 11.59pm
Location
Preston Campus
Salary
£42,254 to £48,822 per annum
Basis
Full Time
Contract Type
Fixed Term until 31 July 2026 or until the return of the substantive postholder
Job Category / Type
Academic / Research
School / Service
School of Business
Hours
37.00 hours per week
Interview Date
Tuesday 25 November 2025
Job details
By joining the University of Lancashire, you'll become part of a thriving community of talent united by a shared vision – to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve.
We raise aspirations and empower people to flourish in education, at work, and for life by offering opportunities to people from all backgrounds, supporting our local communities, and delivering research that has real-world impact. We are a real community on an international scale, and every colleague plays a crucial part in our success.
We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Business and Management on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave until 31 July 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed academic to contribute to high-quality teaching and student support within our dynamic Business School.
About the Role
You will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning across our Business and Management programmes. This will include leading and teaching on identified modules, developing engaging learning materials, and supporting students to achieve their full potential. You will contribute to curriculum design and enhancement, ensuring that teaching reflects current business practice and emerging trends.
You will also take an active role in student support, helping to create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment. Working collaboratively with colleagues, you will ensure high academic standards are maintained and that our students benefit from an excellent learning experience that prepares them for successful careers in business and management.
About You
You will bring experience of teaching in higher education in a relevant subject area, with a flexible and innovative approach to engaging and inspiring learners. You will hold an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline and a postgraduate qualification. A PhD or near completion, along with a record of research and/or professional engagement, is desirable. You should be also be able to demonstrate the ability to teach and supervise dissertations up to Master's level and strong communication and teamwork skills.
If you would like an informal discussion about the role please contact Dr Ahmad Abu-Arja, Deputy Associate Dean of the Business School.
What we can offer you:
Our people are our most important asset. We'll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you'll be making a positive difference to other people's lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.
We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.
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Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.