Lecturer in Fashion x2 - GCU01780

Glasgow Caledonian University; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000

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Glasgow Caledonian - the largest and leading modern university in Scotland - is a vibrant, values-led university with campuses in the heart of Glasgow and London. With a strong commitment to high quality education and research which supports the communities we serve, we have strong partnerships with employers to ensure our students get the careers they dream of and deserve.

In 2023 we rocketed into the top 40 universities in the UK in the highly regarded Guardian University Guide, were ranked the UK's 2nd top performing modern university in the inaugural Daily Mail guide, and entered the top highly coveted 50 UK universities in the 2024 Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide for the first time. We are the top performing modern University in Scotland in all three guides. We are the only Scottish university with EcoCampus Platinum accreditation and were ranked second in Scotland for sustainability in the most recent People and Planet league table.

With a wide range of professionally accredited courses and links with over 300 industry partners, we have the highest proportion of undergraduate level graduates in highly skilled occupations (83%) compared to other Scottish modern universities - with 91% of our students in employment or further study within fifteen months of graduating (HESA 2023). We are Scotland's leading provider of Graduate Apprenticeships and we have transnational partnerships around the world, supporting more than 22,000 students from nearly 120 countries. We are committed to widening participation, helping more people from diverse backgrounds into university.

Guided by our values - integrity, responsibility, creativity and confidence - we transform the lives of the people and communities we serve.

An opportunity has arisen to join GCU as a full time Lecturer in Fashion in the Department of Fashion, Marketing, Tourism and Events (FMTE). Situated in the Glasgow School for Business and Society, FMTE runs undergraduate and postgraduate fashion programmes in design, branding and marketing that offer students an industry-relevant experience with a focus on employability.

This post is primarily teaching focused and we are seeking candidates who have industry experience in fashion design and production and have also lectured in the Higher Education sector. A relevant master's degree is expected however, applicants with a fashion based honours degree and significant relevant fashion industry experience will also be considered.

Candidates must have excellent creative design capability as well as high level technical skills in garment pattern cutting and garment production, and the expertise to teach this from foundation to advanced level. They must also have the ability to develop and deliver a range of fashion modules using industry standard production equipment and be skilled in the use of digital technologies and software such as Adobe Creative. Proficiency in fashion illustration, creative branding and visual communications would also be desirable.

The successful candidate will work closely with a small academic and technical team to deliver mainly practice based fashion modules at undergraduate level and will also contribute to other teaching and supervision of UG and PG dissertations. They will be expected to take immediate responsibility for teaching and module management and to engage in further development of the subject area to ensure the curriculum is relevant and current.

As well as industry and lecturing experience, candidates should have a proven record of engagement with contemporary fashion practice and be aware of key developments in the sector. They should also have excellent communication, planning and organisational skills and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and students.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit a portfolio of relevant work in advance and to give a presentation on the day of interview. A successful practical skills test will be a requirement for final appointment. The interviews will take place in late April 2025 with the aim of appointment at the earliest opportunity.

As the University for the Common Good, we are committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion, as well as our values in everything that we do. As such, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who demonstrate the GCU Values.

Glasgow Caledonian University is committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process that is free from bias so that we can attract and retain a high performing workforce which makes a critical contribution to our success.

The University holds the prestigious Athena SWAN Silver institution award, which recognises our significant record of activity and achievement in promoting gender equality across different disciplines.

As a Disability Confident 'Committed' employer, we are striving to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to disabled people. Although the Disability Confident 'Committed' level does not guarantee an interview for disabled applicants, we will make reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants during the recruitment process.

The University also holds the Carer Positive Engaged 'employer award, which recognises our commitment to supporting staff with caring responsibilities.

Glasgow Caledonian University are committed signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.

The University offers a range of benefits including opportunities for professional development, family friendly policies, cycle to work scheme and onsite childcare facilities.

Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception).