Senior lecturer in English: creative and professional writing

About the University of Sunderland 

The University of Sunderland offers life-changing opportunities for 27,500 students across its campuses in Sunderland, London, Hong Kong, and through global partnerships with learning institutions in 19 countries. We're proud to be a top 50 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2024), with top-quality facilities, inclusive culture, and our vibrant, ever-changing city.

About the role

English is an established area of provision at the University of Sunderland and is housed in the School of Media and Communications. BA (Hons) English: Creative and Professional Writing launched in September 2021, and we are now looking to add to our academic team by appointing a full-time senior lecturer with academic leadership experience to lead the programme and its delivery at associated TNE partners.

In line with the University’s mission, we aim to offer transformative experiences to talented students from all backgrounds, supporting everyone to develop their own voice as a writer and ensuring they have the skills, knowledge and experience to support their career ambitions.

This post will be influential in helping shape our professions-facing curriculum at undergraduate level. We are looking for a high-calibre senior lecturer, with experience as a published writer that can be used to inform and inspire students.

What you can bring 

The successful candidate will have experience in academic leadership and teaching on undergraduate creative and professional writing degree. You will have strong contacts in publishing as well as creative and professional writing to inform and inspire students with employability knowledges and skills. 

What we can offer you 

Our University is not just a place of academic excellence, but also a community that embraces inclusivity and support. We value our staff and offer a rewarding package that goes beyond just salary. At the University of Sunderland, we prioritise not only your professional growth but also your happiness and well-being.

Enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement of 36 days, along with an additional 5 closure days over the Christmas break and 8 Bank Holidays. Enrolment into our pension scheme, ensuring your financial security for the future. Access to our “My Lifestyle Benefits Platform”, where you can enjoy online discounts at hundreds of retailers every day. Plus, take advantage of exclusive schemes that allow you to purchase a new car, bike, or technology at a discounted rate. Your health and well-being are important to us. That's why we provide access to discounted private medical insurance, health cash plans, and guidance on financial well-being.Maintaining an active lifestyle is made easy with discounted membership for CitySpace Fitness, our state-of-the-art facility for sports and social activities. 

Equality, diversity & inclusion 

We strongly believe that an inclusive university, where a diverse range of individuals feel valued and have equal opportunity to get into work and reach their potential, is good for our staff, students, university, and society.

Our work on equality, diversity and inclusivity has never been more important. We believe inclusivity is an essential value at the heart of what we do, and we want all our staff to be part of that journey with us.

Our recent staff survey conducted in 2023 showed that 97% of our staff believed that we were committed to achieving an inclusive university.

The closing date for applications is Friday 11th April (23.59 GMT).

Interviews will likely take place on Wednesday 7th and Thursday 8th of May.

For informal enquiries, please contact Carole Watson, Associate Head of School, Journalism and Communications

Via email carole.watson@sunderland.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 11 Apr 2025

Team: Academic

Salary: £46,110 to £57,424