About the role
We are seeking a Lecturer in Creative Arts and Humanities: Interdisciplinary Writing to undertake teaching and research in creative arts and humanities with a specialism in interdisciplinary writing, which may include writing for/with moving image or performance, creative non-fiction, cultural criticism, or digital writing. An interest in one or more of the following research areas would be desirable, but other areas will also be considered: African, Asian, South American writing, or related diasporic cultures; post-colonial writing; climate change; digital cultures; gender; migration; moving image; performance; race; sexuality; travel.
The postholder will lead a number of modules with responsibility for both creative and critical writing modules. In addition, they will also be required to undertake world leading research into creative arts and humanities with a specialism relevant to interdisciplinary creative writing including: publishing high quality outputs which may include creative outputs, leading and participating in gaining grants; developing research networks.
The postholder will also be required to act as a Personal Academic Tutor and provide guidance to their tutees on how to curate their degree.
The post is based at the UCL East campus in Stratford, but some travel may be required to the Bloomsbury campus for departmental activities or to contribute to teaching on the BASc Arts and Sciences programmes.
This post is full-time and available from 3 August or as soon as possible after that date.
This role meets the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.
The advert will close at 23:59 GMT on Wednesday 11 March. Applications will not be considered that are submitted after this date or outside of the UCL job application system.
A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page. If you have any queries about the role, please contact the BACAH Programme Lead, Dr Kirstin Smith at. If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact UASc Department Manager, Cristy Meadows at .
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The postholder will be educated to Doctoral level or have equivalent professional experience in any area relevant to creative arts and humanities with a specialism in interdisciplinary writing.
It is essential for the appointee to have experience in an area of creative writing and have the ability to develop and teach critical modules in the study of writing.
Previous experience of teaching cultural and creative writing in interdisciplinary creative arts and humanities and in relevant curriculum development is essential. In addition, the postholder must have proven experience in research in creative arts and humanities with a specialism in interdisciplinary writing.
In addition, the postholder will have the ability to create and manage research programmes in creative arts and humanities with a specialism in interdisciplinary writing. A proven ability to mentor students and excellent communication skills are also essential.
As well as completion of the online application form, please submit a CV and covering letter identifying how you meet the person specification. Applicants should submit all documents for consideration as part of their submission, but only the CV, covering letter and application questionnaire will be reviewed as part of the shortlisting process.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
1. 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
2. Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
3. Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
4. Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
5. Immigration loan
6. Relocation scheme for certain posts
7. On-Site nursery
8. On-site gym
9. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
10. Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
11. Discounted medical insurance