Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Events & Leisure Management

About Us

At the Royal Docks School of Business & Law (RDSBL), part of the University of East London (UEL), we’re shaping the future of business education through innovation, inclusivity, and industry alignment. Based in the heart of east London — one of the UK's most dynamic and diverse communities — our school is proud to be situated in an area undergoing significant transformation and investment.

The Institute of Hospitality & Tourism (IoHT) is a vibrant and inclusive scholarly community that champions creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. Our students come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and our staff are committed to providing them with an education that is both academically challenging and professionally relevant. We offer innovative teaching and a growing research culture, positioning our graduates for success in a competitive global industry.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and committed Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Hospitality & Tourism, with a specialism in Events and Leisure Management. You will join a forward-thinking academic team dedicated to delivering engaging and practical learning experiences that develop the next generation of industry professionals.

In this role, you will:

Lead and deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching across undergraduate and/or postgraduate programmes.

Contribute to curriculum design and enhancement, using innovative and blended learning methods.

Engage in research, scholarly activity or professional practice aligned with your academic interests and teaching.

Supervise student research projects and dissertations.

Support student success through academic advising and personal tutoring.

Participate in broader departmental and institutional activities, including open days and employer engagement.

For those applying at Senior Lecturer level, additional responsibilities include programme leadership, mentoring colleagues, and strategic contributions to research, student experience or employability initiatives.

About You

You are an experienced academic or industry professional with:

A master's degree (essential) and ideally a PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant subject.

A solid foundation in Events and Leisure Management, with the ability to connect theory to practice.

A passion for teaching and learning, with experience designing and delivering innovative and inclusive education.

The ability to build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and industry partners.

A commitment to equality, diversity, and student-centred learning.

We particularly welcome candidates who bring industry insight, research activity, and the ability to enhance our growing reputation in Hospitality & Tourism education.

We offer:

Opportunities for academic and professional development

A diverse, welcoming, and purpose-driven university culture

Generous leave and pension schemes

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (where applicable)

Benefits Package

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.

We offer a genuinely competitive salary, depending on experience (DOE), and excellent benefits.

You can explore our full benefits package here: https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-all-academic-positions

Equal Opportunities

UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and is proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion achievements, including a zero gender pay gap, membership in Stonewall, and winning Athena Swan awards. We expect all UEL employees to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.

We're a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to join a University that values your outstanding skills and perspectives and is dedicated to making a difference, we invite you to explore a career with us. We are excited to welcome versatile individuals who are committed to advancing their careers while making a positive impact on the world.

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the deadline if we receive many applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Closing Date: 03 Jun 2025

Team: Academic

Salary: starting Salary for Lecturer is from £45829 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Starting salary for Senior Lecturer is from £52,307 per annum inclusive of London Weighting