Lecturer in Project Management, York St John University

Full time permanent

Location: York 

Salary: £39,355 to £48,149 per annum 

York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.

As one of the fastest growing universities in the U.K over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising academic expertise as our greatest asset.

The School

York Business School was officially launched in 2018 following more than 25 years of Business and Management education at York St John University. York Business School is an ambitious and innovative Business School where students are at the centre of everything we do. We have over 2,500 students across our suite of programmes running on the York campus. 

Our burgeoning national and international research profile, excellent teaching and learning and inclusive ethos supports an exceptional student experience.

The role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer to contribute to our vibrant undergraduate and portfolio. 

The majority of your work will involve teaching in a variety of settings, including small group tutorials/seminars and lectures; assessment; and the provision of pastoral and academic support to students. We are passionate about our students and they are at the forefront of everything we do. We work to ensure that our courses are delivered in partnership with industry, embedding work-readiness, practical skills and digital literacy so an interest in these areas is vital. The successful candidate will also be supported in developing a research profile in Project Management or their related field.

Key requirements

Candidates will have expertise in teaching Project Management at undergraduate level. Holding an APM PMQ certificate, or equivalent D level qualification, is desirable along with any experience of degree apprenticeships. The successful candidate will be supported in cultivating a research profile in project management or a related field. It is essential that candidates hold a doctoral level qualification or professional project management qualification.

Further Information

Contact for informal candidate queries Silvia Szilagyiova – s.szilagyiova@yorksj.ac.uk 

The selection process will include a teaching presentation and panel interview.

This role is eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship subject to UKVI criteria being fulfilled. Please note that we are currently only able to sponsor individuals who are based overseas at the point of applying.  For further information regarding this visa route please visit Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Closing Date: 01 Aug 2025

Programme/Section: Academic

Salary: £39,355 to £48,149 per annum