Lecturer in English

Description:

An excellent opportunity has arisen within The Faculty of Education, Society and Creative Industries to join our ambitious and dynamic team as a Lecturer in English: creative and professional writing. Within this role you will be teaching on undergraduate and postgraduate modules, including preparing teaching materials, formative feedback and summative marking, particularly for BA (Hons) English: creative and professional writing and BA (Hons) English: creative and professional writing with TESOL at partner colleges.

This is a 0.6 permanent position.

What you can bring

The successful candidate will:

• Be a commercially-published creative or professional writer
• Have excellent industry contacts in the publishing world or associated areas
• Have experience in teaching at higher education level

What we can offer you

Our University is not just a place of academic excellence, but also a community that embraces inclusivity and support. We value our staff and offer a rewarding package that goes beyond just salary. At the University of Sunderland, we prioritise not only your professional growth but also your happiness and well-being.

• Enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement of 36 days, along with an additional 5 closure days over the Christmas break and 8 Bank Holidays.
• Enrolment into our pension scheme, ensuring your financial security for the future.
• Access to our “My Lifestyle Benefits Platform”, where you can enjoy online discounts at hundreds of retailers every day. Plus, take advantage of exclusive schemes that allow you to purchase a new car, bike, or technology at a discounted rate.
• Your health and well-being are important to us. That's why we provide access to discounted private medical insurance, health cash plans, and guidance on financial well-being.
• Maintaining an active lifestyle is made easy with discounted membership for CitySpace Fitness, our state-of-the-art facility for sports and social activities.