Lecturer in Journalism

**Job Reference**

1146-24

**Date Posted**

Tuesday 3 December 2024

**Application Closing Date**

Tuesday 17 December 2024

**Location**

Preston Campus

**Salary**

£41,421 to £47,874 per annum pro rata

**Basis**

Part Time

**Contract Type**

Fixed Term Semester 2 only

**Job Category / Type**

Academic / Research

**School / Service**

School of Arts and Media

**Hours**

6.00 hours per week

**Interview Date**

To be confirmed

**Job details**:
By joining the University of Central Lancashire, you’ll become part of a thriving community of talent that’s united by a shared vision - to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Every colleague has a vital role to play in helping us achieve this vision.

An opportunity has arisen for an Hourly Paid Lecturer in Journalism to carry out specific teaching and assessment on a key Sports Journalism module “Sport Reporting” for Year One Sports Journalism students. This module aims to develop and foster skills for sports reporters; both technical and written. This is a fixed term position for Semester 2 only to cover long term absence.

With 60 years’ experience teaching journalism, the University of Central Lancashire has a fantastic reputation within the industry. Our Journalism programmes have a strong reputation with excellent student satisfaction, 9th in the latest Guardian League tables and our BA (Hons) Sports Journalism course is accredited by the BJTC.

This position is based at our Preston campus. For an informal discussion about this post, please contact: Dr Theresa Saxon

**What we can offer you**:
Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits - from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

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