Lecturer in Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Fine Art) Manchester, England
Job description
The Lecturer in Foundation (0.4 FTE, fixed term) will teach into the Fine Art provision within the Foundation Diploma in Art & Design, based in the Department of Art & Performance.
Art & Performance is a long-standing cornerstone of the creative offer at Manchester School of Art and is characterised by interdisciplinarity, collaboration and contextual understanding. The Department played a significant part in the recent REF2021 success in Art & Design, which was ranked second in the UK for research power with 100% of its research environment and impact rated as internationally excellent or world leading. With a commitment to the creative society, it possesses a unique blend of research-led teaching, a vibrant interdisciplinary research environment and extensive professional industry links, all of which encourage our students to cultivate their own unique approach to their own practices. The Foundation Diploma in Art & Design is an important part of our educational offer where Level 3 students learn a range of skills to develop their portfolios to apply to a range of art and design degree courses.
About the role
- Do you have experience of teaching on a Foundation Course in Art & Design?
- Do you have an awareness of the Level 3 programme delivery and the specific needs of these students?
- Do you have a good first degree and a relevant MA in Fine Art or similar specialism (or equivalent practical experience as an artist)?
- Can you teach fine art, including drawing and painting, bringing knowledge of contemporary arts practice in the wider context of the discipline?
- Are you able to work flexibly in various teaching environments including workshops, lectures, briefings, one-to-one tutorials and co-teaching?
If you want to apply to this Lecturer in Foundation post (0.4 FTE, fixed term for 12 months), please consider the essential criteria in the job description and provide us with a CV and covering letter that demonstrates your suitability for the role and potential start date.
The deadline for applications is Tuesday 29 August 2023, with interviews are provisionally scheduled for Friday 8 September.
For informal enquiries please contact the Deputy Head of Art and Performance, Dr Alison Slater, [email protected].
Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits that a diverse organisation can bring and particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in the University workforce.
We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations about this throughout the application process.
