[Commlist] 2 Lecturer Posts University of Exeter, UK - Media & Communications + Digital Media Governance

*Lecturer in Media and Communications (Education and Research)
*
*Deadline: 14/10/2024*
https://jobs.exeter.ac.uk/hrpr_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=171839ediw 
<https://jobs.exeter.ac.uk/hrpr_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=171839ediw>

*_Summary of the role_*

You will contribute to extending the research profile of at Exeter, 
particularly in critical approaches to the study of Media and 
Communications from industrial, theoretical, or textual/representation 
perspectives related to areas of cultural politics and identity, 
including (but not limited to) social class, gender, sexuality, “race”, 
ethnicity, nationhood, disability.

The successful candidate will teach on existing Communications modules 
and lead the development of new modules in their areas of expertise. 
They will attract postgraduate research students and research funding 
and develop collaborative professional partnerships within and beyond 
the department.

*_About you_*

*You will have:*

 1. a PhD in Media and Communications, or a related discipline, and have
    an independent, internationally recognised research programme in a
    relevant active field of research.
 2. A strong record in attracting funding for research or demonstrate
    potential to attract such funding.
 3. Enthusiasm for delivering and developing high quality undergraduate
    and postgraduate modules and have substantial prior teaching
    experience at university level.
 4. The potential to make strong connections and funded projects with
    business and community partners.
 5. The potential to participate and lead projects which have impact.
 6. An evidenced commitment to equality and diversity within an
    organisation and a commitment to helping create an inclusive culture.
 7. HEA Fellowship status or be committed to gaining this award within
    18 months of appointment.

*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 to produce internationally
    exciting research
  * Support teams that understand the University wide research and
    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 supporting 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
    <http://www.exeter.ac.uk/staff/employment/parents/> (up to 26wks
    full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6wks full pay) and a Fertility
    Treatment Policy

  * A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon


*Lecturer in Digital Media Governance (Education and Research)
*
*Deadline: 14/10/2024*
https://jobs.exeter.ac.uk/hrpr_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=171839ediw 
<https://jobs.exeter.ac.uk/hrpr_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=171839ediw>

*_The role_*

The post will extend the research profile of Communications at Exeter, 
particularly in areas related to media regulation and policy.

The successful candidate will teach on existing Communications modules 
and lead the development of new modules in their areas of expertise at 
both BA and MA levels. You will also attract and supervise PhD students.

You will have expertise in one or more of the following areas:

*The Online Safety Act 2023 *

*Digital media policy and regulation*

*Online safety and harms*

*AI regulation*

*Big Tech regulation*

*_About you_*

The successful applicant will have an independent research programme 
that will strengthen and complement the existing team at the University.

*You will be able to demonstrate the following qualities and 
characteristics:*

 1. Hold a PhD in Media and Communications, or a related discipline, and
    be externally recognised as an authority in your area of expertise,
    in digital media governance and/or policy
 2. A strong record in attracting funding for research or demonstrate
    potential to attract future funding
 3. Enthusiasm for delivering and developing high quality undergraduate
    and postgraduate modules, as well as substantial experience in
    curriculum development and PhD supervision
 4. The potential to make strong connections and funded projects with
    business and community partners, and potential to participate and
    lead projects which have impact
 5. Proven academic leadership skills and the willingness to take on
    leadership roles within the discipline and/or wider department

*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 to produce internationally
    exciting research
  * Support teams that understand the University wide research and
    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 supporting 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
    <http://www.exeter.ac.uk/staff/employment/parents/> (up to 26wks
    full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6wks full pay), and a Fertility
    Treatment Policy

  * A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon



*_The University of Exeter _*

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive 
universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher 
Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 
2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, 
achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, 
underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.

Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell 
Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s 
most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most 
fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our 
research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading 
(2021 Research Excellence Framework).

We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community 
partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the 
employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – 
Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing 
world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a 
fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been 
designated as a UNESCO Creative City.

*_Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment_*

We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments 
<https://www.exeter.ac.uk/about/prospective/apply/> 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.

With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries 
we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is 
celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating 
an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to 
thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with 
evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project 
Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ 
inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident 
employer.

*_Further information_*

For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please 
contact Prof Neil Ewen, (n.ewen /at/ exeter.ac.uk) <mailto:(n.ewen /at/ exeter.ac.uk)>



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