[Commlist] L/SL post in Media and Communication DMU

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Media and Communication Reference: T-61295905-02

The Leicester Media School wishes to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer 
in Media and Communication.

De Montfort University (DMU) is a vibrant, ambitious institution. 
Characterised by strong leadership and an international outlook, DMU 
achieved a TEF Gold ranking for its teaching quality and prestigious 
awards for its #DMU Global initiative. This is a testament to an ongoing 
focus on teaching and learning, a research portfolio that is worth 
millions of pounds and enviable links with industry.

Faculty / Directorate

This post will be situated in the Leicester Media School, which is part 
of the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media. The Leicester Media 
School has a strong emphasis on the integration of teaching and 
research. We pride ourselves on creating a space where students have 
excellent learning opportunities. This is delivered by research active 
staff and media practitioners. In the last National Student Survey 
(NSS), the Media and Communication programme achieved an ‘overall 
satisfaction’ rating of 80 per cent. In REF 2014, we submitted the 
highest proportion of ‘world leading’ (4*) outputs to Unit of Assessment 
36 in the UK. 100 per cent of our ‘Impact’ and 90 per cent of our 
‘research environment’ was judged to be ‘world-leading’ or 
‘internationally excellent’.

Role

In this post we are seeking to emphasise and develop our research and 
teaching in the area of Media and Communication. The post will be 
located within the Media and Communication degree programme and the 
Media and Communication Research Centre (MCRC). The successful candidate 
will be expected to make a contribution to the research culture of MCRC 
and wider REF submission. Applications are invited from candidates with 
expertise in any area in the field of Media and Communication, but 
candidates with research interests related to one or more of the 
following areas are particularly welcome: media audiences, digital media 
and society; global media policy and regulation. Candidates will be 
required to work within and develop existing teaching provision.

Ideal Candidate

You should hold a doctoral degree in Media and Communication (or a 
related discipline) or exhibit exceptional practice-based experience, 
with the potential to become a future academic leader. You will focus on 
establishing an academic profile through participation in appropriate 
teaching and learning activities, as well as further developing your 
research profile or practice. Please submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV) with 
your application, which includes your research publications. Please use 
the Personal Statement section of the application to outline how your 
area of research aligns with one or more of the following areas: media 
audiences; digital media and society, global media policy and 
regulation. If you would like to discuss this opportunity or require any 
further information please contact either Dr Paul Smith 
((pasmith /at/ dmu.ac.uk)) or Dr Vicky Ball ((Vicky.Ball /at/ dmu.ac.uk)).

De Montfort University is committed to providing a working and learning 
environment that enriches lives, supports individuals to reach their 
full potential, and where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. 
As an educator and shaper of society, the university aims to role model 
positive behaviours both within the university and to reflect the 
diversity of the wider community. As such we welcome applications from 
all potential candidates.

https://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/CCN756/lecturer-senior-lecturer-in-media-and-communications
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