Job Title: Lecturer in Animation History & Theory
School: Belfast School of Art
Salary: G7/8 (£38,273- £56,054)
Closing Date: 13th May 2024
Campus: Belfast
Reference Number: 027302
Full Time / Fixed Term until 31st January 2025
- ABOUT US -
We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland
Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.
- THE ROLE -
The postholder will contribute to teaching, research, enterprise and business engagement for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Animation with a focus on creative and commercial practices. They will undertake administrative duties related to undergraduate and postgraduate animation programmes and engage in high quality research activities.
The postholder will provide teaching and academic support on BA Animation, Year 0 (Foundation in Art and Design) and related programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, contributing to an outstanding student experience at Ulster University’s Belfast School of Art in preparation for industry relevant specialisation and progression into professional life.
- ABOUT YOU -
- Hold a Masters Qualification (MA/MFA/MDes) in Animation, Visual Communication, Art History or equivalent.
OR
- A first or upper second-class honours degree in Animation, Visual Communication, or equivalent and significant experience.
- Have previous experience of teaching and assessment of Animation History and Theory in higher education.
- Have extensive training / experience in / knowledge of a wide range of Animation practices and methods, particularly in a creative and commercial context
Ulster University holds a Silver Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.