Lecturer – Business & Digital Transformation (Manchester)

About the role

We are seeking lecturers to teach on a new BSc (Hons) Business & Digital Transformation programme (subject to validation). The role requires flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and weekends. Note: the position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess student work across modules such as programming, AI, digital transformation and IT project management.
• Develop, update and improve course materials, using a variety of teaching methods and resources.
• Engage in staff development activities, peer observations and administrative duties.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of developments in the field and student support practices.
• Support student attendance, progression, satisfaction and successful completion of the programme.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in a relevant subject (PhD desirable).
• Previous UK higher‑education lecturing experience in related areas.
• Experience supervising student work, providing feedback and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to work under pressure, plan workload and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Required skills

• Python programming and computational thinking.
• Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies.
• Data analytics and AI‑supported decision making.
• IT project management.
• Cybersecurity and digital risk (business perspective).
• Cloud computing, SaaS and digital platforms.
• UI/UX design principles.
• Responsible AI, digital ethics and governance.

What we offer

• £51,000 per annum salary.
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays and additional leave for service.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses.
• Flexible benefits such as Cycle to Work, workplace nursery and tech scheme.
• Perks@Work discounts, wellbeing centre and other employee perks.
• £500 employee referral award.
• Discretionary annual performance bonus.