Lecturer in Sports Business Management in Preston

By joining the University of Lancashire, you’ll become part of a thriving community of talent that’s united by a shared vision – to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Every colleague has a vital role to play in helping us achieve this vision.

About the role: An exciting opportunity has arisen within the School of Health, Social Work and Sport for a Part-Time Lecturer in Sports Business Management. The School delivers a diverse portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing professional development programmes and is committed to providing an excellent student experience through a research-informed, industry-engaged and practitioner-focused approach to teaching and learning. The successful candidate will contribute to the academic development, teaching, assessment and enhancement of our Sports Business Management provision. You will be expected to deliver high-quality, evidence-based teaching, support student learning and achievement, undertake module leadership responsibilities, and contribute to the ongoing development of an innovative and contemporary curriculum. You will also have opportunities to engage with research, knowledge exchange, student recruitment, industry engagement and commercial activities within the School.

About you: You will likely be an industry professional with expertise in Sports Business Management and a passion for supporting student success. You will hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject and have experience of teaching within higher education, along with being an active member of an appropriate professional body, such as Chartered Management Institute or Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport. We are looking for an individual with excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills who can effectively engage with a diverse student population and build productive relationships with colleagues, employers and external stakeholders. You will be able to deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences using a range of contemporary teaching, learning and assessment methods and demonstrate the ability to develop high-quality teaching resources informed by current research and professional practice.

For an informal discussion regarding the post, please contact Dr Craig Wright, Principal Lecturer. Applicants must meet all essential criteria detailed within the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based at the University's main campus in Preston, Lancashire.

What we can offer you: We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP. Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives.

About us: We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page. Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.