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Lincoln School of Design

Lincoln School of Design seeks an inspirational and dynamic Senior Lecturer in Illustration to develop and deliver industry relevant, future-facing and supportive teaching. It is expected that the successful candidate will have an extensive background in Illustration, with expertise across both traditional and digital methodology, and new and emerging areas of practice.

You will join the Lincoln School of Design, which offers a dynamic learning culture where students are empowered to explore their creativity in a supportive studio-based environment, learning from, and working alongside, experienced industry practitioners in purpose-built specialist studios, labs, and technical facilities. Our graduates are creative, capable of delivering sustainable and responsible innovation, and leading meaningful change in response to global challenges.

The School is currently undergoing exciting transformative change, with ambitious new curricula and a clear vision for industry engaged and future-focussed design education.

Assuming the role of Programme Leader, this is an exciting opportunity for you to contribute to the future of an aspirational design school and enhance the student experience. Being appointed to a permanent role in the School as a Senior Lecturer, the successful applicant will serve as the Programme Leader of the Illustration subject area for 3 years, with the possibility of extension subject to mutual agreement.

You will have experience in delivering transformative teaching and innovative curriculum and pedagogical development and have an established practitioner profile in a relevant field. A passion for design education and supporting students to achieve their full potential is essential.

The successful applicant will have a broad understanding of the practical applications of illustration across both established and emerging illustration markets. From concept art, character design and graphic novels, to editorial, conceptual and specialist illustration, an understanding of how to develop student potential and aspirations towards employment is essential.

Set in the heart of a beautiful, safe and friendly city, the University of Lincoln is a forward-thinking institution with high aspirations and a supportive ethos. Named as Modern University of the Year in The Times and Sunday Times, Good University Guide 2021, our core mission is to combine outstanding, high-impact research and professional practice with a superb student experience and the highest quality civic engagement.

If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact the Head of Lincoln School of Design, Professor Ian de Vere, at [email protected].