Senior Lecturer in Journalism
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 21 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £18,165 i £22,302 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 30 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Portsmouth, Hampshire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | University of Portsmouth |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | REC00003688 |
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The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.
Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.
Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.
The Role:
The University of Portsmouth's School of Film, Media, and Creative Technologies is a vibrant future-facing environment in which students and staff work at the cutting edge of creative and technological disciplines, underpinned by a prosocial ethos. We’ve a playful yet serious approach to enabling world-class learning and delivering impactful research and innovation.
Our world-class facilities combine with a strong portfolio of courses from games design to film production and media studies, enabling highly successful collaborations with research, innovation and industry partners.
Applications are invited for the post of Senior Lecturer in Journalism. We are searching specifically for people with subject expertise in multi-media production and the modern newsroom, plus the ability to teach/train to undergraduate and postgraduate level in these areas.
The successful candidate will have prior experience of practical and professional journalism, and potentially a related academic field. They will use their knowledge, experience, and passion to design and deliver industry-informed, engaging teaching as part of our courses. The post holder will support students to realise their potential, enabling them to build confidence, knowledge and resilience, enhancing the quality of the student experience and their outcomes.
A proactive approach to engaging with industry, professional practice, research and graduate employability is important. The successful candidate will take full advantage of the opportunities offered by research- and practice-led teaching. They will also work with the wider School and Faculty toward a number of collegiate and cross-disciplinary strategic objectives with regard to student recruitment, experience, outreach and identity.
Informal enquiries are welcomed by:
The Head of School, Dr Adrian Hull - adrian.hull@port.ac.uk
The Programme Area Lead for Journalism, Alison Habens - alison.habens@port.ac.uk
We are actively committed to looking for all kinds of talent to build a diverse team in the School of Film, Media, and Creative Technologies. We foster a collegiate community of extraordinary people aligned to the University’s 3 values (Ambitious, Responsible, Open). As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons and all appointments will be made on merit. We are committed to the principles of the Race Equality Charter Mark, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, or from other ethnic groups who are currently under-represented at this level in this area.
This is a fixed term appointment to 31 July 2026. The working pattern for this post is 0.4FTE (hours/days to be agreed on appointment).
Interviews are anticipated to be held 5-6 August 2025.
Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:
Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
Generous pension scheme.
Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
Staff wellbeing programmes.
Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
Discounted learning.
Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
The perks don’t stop there - click ‘apply’ for further information on My Reward and Benefits
UKVI Statement
Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.
ED&I Statement:
We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community. As an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills, perspectives and experiences. In addition, we want our workforce to be representative of our diverse student population. Please see our EDI Framework and objectives.
Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.
Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.
Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.
The Role:
The University of Portsmouth's School of Film, Media, and Creative Technologies is a vibrant future-facing environment in which students and staff work at the cutting edge of creative and technological disciplines, underpinned by a prosocial ethos. We’ve a playful yet serious approach to enabling world-class learning and delivering impactful research and innovation.
Our world-class facilities combine with a strong portfolio of courses from games design to film production and media studies, enabling highly successful collaborations with research, innovation and industry partners.
Applications are invited for the post of Senior Lecturer in Journalism. We are searching specifically for people with subject expertise in multi-media production and the modern newsroom, plus the ability to teach/train to undergraduate and postgraduate level in these areas.
The successful candidate will have prior experience of practical and professional journalism, and potentially a related academic field. They will use their knowledge, experience, and passion to design and deliver industry-informed, engaging teaching as part of our courses. The post holder will support students to realise their potential, enabling them to build confidence, knowledge and resilience, enhancing the quality of the student experience and their outcomes.
A proactive approach to engaging with industry, professional practice, research and graduate employability is important. The successful candidate will take full advantage of the opportunities offered by research- and practice-led teaching. They will also work with the wider School and Faculty toward a number of collegiate and cross-disciplinary strategic objectives with regard to student recruitment, experience, outreach and identity.
Informal enquiries are welcomed by:
The Head of School, Dr Adrian Hull - adrian.hull@port.ac.uk
The Programme Area Lead for Journalism, Alison Habens - alison.habens@port.ac.uk
We are actively committed to looking for all kinds of talent to build a diverse team in the School of Film, Media, and Creative Technologies. We foster a collegiate community of extraordinary people aligned to the University’s 3 values (Ambitious, Responsible, Open). As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons and all appointments will be made on merit. We are committed to the principles of the Race Equality Charter Mark, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, or from other ethnic groups who are currently under-represented at this level in this area.
This is a fixed term appointment to 31 July 2026. The working pattern for this post is 0.4FTE (hours/days to be agreed on appointment).
Interviews are anticipated to be held 5-6 August 2025.
Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:
Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
Generous pension scheme.
Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
Staff wellbeing programmes.
Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
Discounted learning.
Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
The perks don’t stop there - click ‘apply’ for further information on My Reward and Benefits
UKVI Statement
Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.
ED&I Statement:
We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community. As an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills, perspectives and experiences. In addition, we want our workforce to be representative of our diverse student population. Please see our EDI Framework and objectives.
Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.
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