Post Title: Lecturer in 3D Modelling
SBU/Department: Creative Arts (Screen)
FTE: 0.6 FTE (Working 22.2 hours per week)
Duration of Contract: Permanent
Salary: UH7 £38,784pa (pro rata) to £46,049 pa (pro rata) by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days (pro rata) plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane Campus, Hatfield
We are seeking a lecturer with motivation and professional experience to teach undergraduate and postgraduate students about generalist skills in 3D modelling and a related specialism in the 3D, visual effects or games production pipelines.
Main duties and responsibilities
The successful applicant will be responsible for teaching relevant 3D modelling techniques, UV mapping and surfacing techniques to students on the Digital Animation and other programmes. You will have a broad understanding of the current technical, professional and commercial contexts for 3D modelling and of the ways practice is changing. You will maintain a clear sense of the development of the area and ensure the curriculum and teaching remain up to date. You will further develop and strengthen external relationships and partnerships with studios and other media organisations that will benefit students and staff and support the strategic objectives of the University and School. You will be expected to inspire and intellectually challenge our students, developing and delivering a high-quality teaching and learning experience, and ensuring the successful and effective day to day running of modules. You will be expected to work closely with colleagues and the Programme Leader, in a collegial and proactive academic team, to provide an excellent student learning experience.
Skill and experience required
You will have significant relevant professional experience in one or more areas related to 3D modelling (in either freelance or salaried positions) and an in-depth knowledge of 3D modelling and how it integrates within the 3D, visual effects or games production pipelines. Ideally, you will have some experience of teaching at HE level but this is not essential. You must have good presentation and interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills. You will have the ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative and be proficient in English.
Qualifications required
You must hold an undergraduate degree, or equivalent qualification, in a relevant discipline. Having a teaching qualification, membership of the HEA and having, or working towards, a postgraduate or research degree in a relevant field would be an advantage as would membership of relevant professional organisations.
Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.
Internal applicants – please ensure you apply via your employee self-service portal.
An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.
Please note, this post cannot be visa sponsored unless you can evidence a good honours first degree plus a PhD / Doctorate. A criminal record check may also be required.
Informal Enquiries: David Tree (Programme Leader Digital Animation) d.tree@herts.ac.uk
Closing Date: 17 November 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Reference Number: REQ000350
Date advert placed: 03 November 2025
We are a committed equal opportunities employer, and we particularly encourage applications from women and BAME candidates to reflect our diverse student cohort and staff under-representation where it exists. Our vision is to transform lives: UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics, and recognise there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts
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