Lecturer in Creative Writing (Scriptwriting for Screen(s), Stage or other Script Formats) (Education and Research)

This full-time, permanent post available from 1 September 2025 but candidates interested in working part-time or with job-sharing arrangements will be considered.

The role:

The post of Lecturer in Creative Writing (Scriptwriting for screen(s), stage or other script formats including digital) will contribute to extending the research profile of this area at Exeter, secure funding for related research projects, and attract new students to study and gain industry-knowledge within this field.

You will design a strategy for the delivery and development of scriptwriting (for stage and screen(s) at Exeter and this will be their primary focus: undergraduate and MA modules delivered will likely include Adaptation (EASF2510), Writing the Short Film (EAS3128) and Writing for the Screen (EASM122), and UG, PGT and PGR supervision will largely be conducted in this area. However, you will also be expected to work with colleagues in Creative Writing and English Literary Studies to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of a range of creative writing modules (including poetry and prose) in accordance with the Faculty’s education strategy.

About you

You will have:

• A PhD (complete or nearing completion) in a relevant area
• An established profile as a screen or scriptwriter (in whatever format) with productions, publications, or outputs that indicate an active field of research, as well as relevant industry experience that can inform research-led teaching
• Experience teaching scriptwriting and/or creative writing within an HE environment
• A strong record in attracting funding for research in relevant area, or demonstrate potential to attract such funding
• An active approach to inter-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary research in the field of scriptwriting for screen(s), stage or other script formats (including digital)
• Enthusiasm for developing and delivering high quality undergraduate and MA programmes
• Strong connections and potential for funded projects with business and community partners and involvement in projects which develop potential impact
• An ability to teach a range of creative writing modules if required (including prose and poetry)
• Fellow of HEA status or be willing to attend formal CPD relating to this

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

What we can offer you

• Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines
• Support teams that understand the University wide teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly
• An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development
• Our Exeter Academic initiative supports high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career
• A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26wks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6wks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. 

Further information

For an informal and confidential discussion about the post please contact Professor Vike Martina Plock, v.plock@exeter.ac.uk

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