Lecturer in Creative Writing

Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking a Lecturer in Creative Writing to join our esteemed School of Creative Arts, Culture & Communication where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the intellectual future of our students.

As Lecturer in Creative Writing, you will contribute to a range of modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as bringing expertise in fiction, non-fiction and the publishing industry to the role.

Birkbeck's School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication has an internationally-recognised research profile in Creative Writing and English Literature (2nd in REF 2021), and has nurtured numerous students on the path to becoming published authors, so you will be joining a supportive, dedicated and ambitious team.

As Lecturer in Creative Writing, you will:

• Teach and inspire students from convening modules to leading workshops and seminars.
• Develop and deliver engaging teaching materials and methods.
• Supervise student projects and oversee assessment and programme administration.
• Participate in outreach and engagement activities, and manage industry connections.
• Engage in research activities and contribute to the school's research objectives.

The ideal Lecturer will be a published author, and an active researcher, as well as having:

• A PhD in Creative Writing (or a related discipline).
• Experience in programme direction and enhancement.
• Experience of teaching (undergraduate and postgraduate), as well as administration and pastoral care to support students in successfully completing their studies
• Ability to supervise doctoral students
• A commitment to diversity and the ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds.

This is your chance to be part of a bold and ambitious School, situated in the heart of London's historic Bloomsbury area. Apply now and take the next step in your academic career at Birkbeck, University of London.

Contract
Open-ended, permanent contract. Full-time, 35 hours per week including daytime attendance and delivering lectures in the evening 6-9pm. Please submit a CV and statement for consideration (short-listed candidates will be asked to submit a published creative writing example of 5-10,000 words). Closing date: Friday, 11 April 2025, Interview date: Monday, 12 May 2025.

Salary and benefits
£43,636 rising to £60,018 per annum, Grade LLEC, quoted is on the College's London Pay Scale which includes a consolidated Weighting/Allowance which applies only to staff whose normal contractual place of work is in the London area.

Benefits of working at Birkbeck: a competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements, generous benefits in the HE sector, and being located in the heart of Bloomsbury, Euston, London.

Enquiries
If you would like to know more about the role, please click on 'Apply' or contact Dr Richard Hamblyn at r.hamblyn@bbk.ac.uk.

If you have technical issues or difficulties using the recruitment portal, please contact jobs@bbk.ac.uk providing your name and the job reference number of the position. Only formal applications through the online system will be considered.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities to apply. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.

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