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Lecturer in Contextual and Theoretical Studies
Vacancy ID
11815
College/Service
London College of Communication
Location
Hybrid – LCC Elephant and Castle/Home
Salary
£43,762 - £52,246 per annum (pro-rata)
Contract
Permanent
Hours
22.2
Apply by
23 July 2025, 11:55 pm
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The opportunity
University of the Arts London (UAL) is seeking an experienced academic with a background in design history, cultural studies, or visual and material culture to join us as a Lecturer in Contextual and Theoretical Studies.
Contextual and Theoretical Studies (CTS) occupies a central position across the Design School at LCC and underpins all UG courses. Focusing on critical debates within design and its wider sphere of influence, CTS supports students in becoming confident in the research, analysis, critique and presentation of contextual knowledge linked to their emerging design interests.
You will work collaboratively with the course team to deliver CTS in an embedded framework within the BA Graphic Branding & Identity course. Drawing on your specialist expertise, you will deliver contextual and theoretical studies modules in relation to branding and identity, graphic design or visual communication specialisms.
Working as part of a dynamic and research-focused team, you will undertake teaching, curriculum development, administration and assessment of units, as well as on-going scholarship within the Branding and Design Innovation programme. You will also be responsible for the pastoral support of a group of students. Reporting to the CTS Coordinator, you will work collaboratively with the BA Graphic Branding & Identity Course Leader and Lecturers, as well as administrative and academic support staff.
The position offers an exciting opportunity to take an active role contributing to the development of the CTS curriculum, connecting theory and practice in the context of branding and identity, graphic design and visual communication. The curriculum seeks to embed key principles and shared values centred on climate, racial and social justice, as suggested by the Responsible Design Framework.
Your profile
You will be someone who can combine teaching and assessment experience in Higher Education with knowledge and critical understanding of key cultural debates that shape contemporary branding design and visual communication practices.
You will have a background in design history, cultural studies, material or visual culture, with specialist knowledge or teaching expertise in the following design areas: branding and identity, graphic design, and visual communication.
You will be able to apply innovative approaches to teaching and learning, drawing on your own research to support the development of teaching, learning and assessment practices.
You will also be able to work collaboratively on all aspects of unit design, delivery and assessment, including team-teaching with colleagues across the department.
If you have any queries about this role or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Deyka Hassan, Resourcing Assistant, lcc.jobs@lcc.arts.ac.uk.
We are UAL
University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.
As a University we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.
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