Lecturer in Graphic Design

About the Role

We are seeking a Lecturer in Graphic Design to help shape and deliver our BA (Hons) Graphic Design programme. You will contribute to a forward-thinking curriculum that prepares students for contemporary creative practice.

You will deliver high-quality, research-informed teaching across areas such as digital design, visual communication, creative technologies, and professional practice. We welcome expertise in areas including UI/UX, branding, motion graphics, AI, immersive media, interactive design, or digital publishing.

This is an exciting opportunity to support students in becoming confident, industry-ready creatives through innovative and inclusive teaching. You will also contribute to the University’s research environment and REF activities.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, you may wish to contact: Professor Claire Parkinson, Interim Head of Department of English and Creative Arts at claire.parkinson@edgehill.ac.uk

About You

You are an enthusiastic, student-focused educator with strong communication skills and expertise in contemporary graphic design practice. You will have experience teaching in higher education and an emerging or established research profile.

Industry experience and knowledge of current and emerging design practices are highly valued. You will be committed to inclusive teaching, curriculum development, and supporting diverse learners, while contributing to wider departmental activities.

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

• A minimum of 48 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days).
• Relocation and Visa Assistance Policies (subject to eligibility criteria).
• Access to a range of CPD to support your career development, with three defined pathways for progression.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources.
• Automatic enrolment into the Teacher’s Pension Scheme with our employer contribution of 28.68%
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885,Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.