The Manchester Metropolitan University
Lecturer (Library and Information Studies)
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The School of English at Manchester Metropolitan University
The School of English at Manchester Metropolitan University is a vibrant, inclusive, and research-active community with a strong reputation for its impact on culture, creativity, and communication. Based on our Oxford Road campus, we bring together leading academics, practitioners, writers, researchers, and creative professionals across literature, creative writing, linguistics, media, journalism, performance, publishing, and library and information studies.
Our outstanding facilities include purpose-built TV and radio studios, a language resource centre, a 180-seat theatre, and the Manchester Poetry Library—the North West's first public poetry library. Located in Manchester, a UNESCO City of Literature, the School is at the heart of a thriving cultural and creative ecosystem, with extensive opportunities for collaboration with libraries, archives, publishers, cultural organisations, and industry partners.
Role Overview
The School is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Library and Information Studies to contribute to the MA Library and Information Management programme. Recognised and approved by CILIP, the programme prepares students for careers across the library, information, knowledge, and cultural sectors.
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Key Responsibilities
- Contribute through module leadership, teaching delivery, assessment, curriculum development, and student support
- Bring relevant academic, professional, or research expertise to an engaging and student-centred learning environment
- Opportunities to contribute to the School's wider research and scholarly community
About You
This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-looking School and to help shape the next generation of library and information professionals.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, and the wellbeing of our staff and students. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage applications from groups currently underrepresented in the University workforce. We also support flexible working and are open to discussing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
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Application Process
To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter via the University's online application portal.
Additional Information
Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits that a diverse organisation can bring and particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in the University workforce.
We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations about this, as well as any reasonable adjustments required throughout the application process.
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- Candidate Pack.pdf (9.15 MB)
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