University of the West of Scotland
Lecturer in Radio and Podcast Production
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Faculty of Creative Arts, Business & Social Sciences
Ayr Campus
Lecturer in Radio and Podcast Production
AC3: £50,253 - £56,535 per annum pro rata
Part time: 14 hours
Permanent
This role may be eligible at this time for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If requiring visa sponsorship, it is the successful candidate's responsibility to ensure they meet the individual criteria to satisfy Home Office visa sponsorship requirements. If the role is offered on a part-time basis, this might also affect eligibility. More information on eligibility can be found on the Government website.
Please note that the information provided in this advert is correct at the time of writing. The University cannot guarantee sponsorship, and we encourage you to keep up to date with any changes that the Home Office may introduce.
THE POST – Lecturer in Radio and Podcast Production
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the TV, Radio and Podcast Production team within the Department of Creative Arts & Media at the University of the West of Scotland. We are seeking applications from experienced individuals with a substantial track record of professional practice and teaching in the field of radio and podcast production.
The successful applicant will play a central role teaching our radio / podcast disciplines on our popular BA (Hons) TV, Radio and Podcast Production degree. The programme is accredited by Screenskills in recognition of our ability to develop industry-ready students. Students learn through modules taught by practitioners reflecting current industry ‘best practice’.
You will be responsible for contributing to an excellent student experience by planning, developing and delivering an exciting curriculum utilising contemporary forms of pedagogy. You will produce excellent practice-based outputs that will include radio or podcasting for broadcast or online distribution.
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You will have the following experience, skills and attributes:
- An Honours degree and postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent relevant work experience
- Extensive experience in the production of radio, podcasts, and other digital content
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to engage in research and commercial activity
- Active profile within broadcasting and/or academic networks
- Strong practitioner profile particularly in successful development and production of audio for broadcast and digital platforms.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and supporting an outstanding student experience
- Commitment to developing UWS Radio and our students’ involvement in it
- Ability to exemplify the UWS Values of integrity, respect, inclusivity and accountability
ABOUT US
University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland’s largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses.
With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others.
The Faculty of Creative Arts, Business & Social Sciences at UWS is a vibrant and collaborative community, delivering innovative learning and teaching alongside a rapidly growing research and enterprise profile. Bringing together expertise across the creative arts, business and the social sciences, the Faculty is committed to producing world-class research and education that addresses contemporary challenges and promotes social justice locally, nationally and internationally.
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You will join a supportive, multidisciplinary and multicultural community of scholars and students, where you will play a key role in inspiring the next generation of graduates and contributing to impactful research and knowledge exchange. Our students benefit from strong industry and community partnerships, research-informed teaching, and opportunities to engage with organisations across the public, private and third sectors, both in the west of Scotland and through our global network of partners.
We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes:
- 35 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays
- An additional day's leave on your birthday
- Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme)
- A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance
- Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers
- Fitness facilities across our campuses
- Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Professional, career and research development opportunities.
Informal enquiries in the first instance, can be made to David Scott, Head of Department of Creative Arts & Media at David.Scott@uws.ac.uk
Closing Date: Thursday 3rd September
Interview Date: Monday 14th September
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