At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire the Fine Art department, shaping its future and mentoring students.
- Company: Loughborough University, a top-ranked institution with a vibrant creative community.
- Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative atmosphere with opportunities to connect with galleries and cultural organisations.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in Fine Art while advancing your own creative practice.
- Qualifications: PhD in Fine Art and significant leadership experience in an academic setting.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
Loughborough University is an amazing place to work. We are ranked top ten in every national league table and hold a global reputation for sporting excellence. With an atmosphere of determination, ambition, and desire to make a difference, our collaborative environment inspires both staff and students to be the very best they can be. With over 3,000 members of staff, you can expect huge variety and new opportunities every day.
We are seeking an ambitious and influential academic to join the School of Design and Creative Arts as Professor of Fine Art. This is an opportunity to provide creative and academic leadership at an important point in the development of Fine Art at Loughborough. Our approach places studio practice, making, experimentation, and critical enquiry at the heart of Fine Art, supporting a diverse and ambitious community of artists, researchers, and students.
You will play a key role in shaping the future direction of Fine Art, strengthening its research culture and extending its national and international profile. Working collaboratively with colleagues, you will help create opportunities for ambitious practice and research, support and mentor colleagues, and contribute to an exceptional environment for undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral study. The role offers significant scope to develop collaborations across the School and University and to strengthen relationships with galleries, museums, cultural organisations, and wider creative communities.
We are looking for the successful applicant to help shape the future of Fine Art at Loughborough while continuing to advance their own practice and research.
Key Requirements:
- Significant leadership experience at an internationally recognised academic research environment
- A sustained and continuing record of excellence which has contributed to research and practice in Fine Art and is recognised by an established and high-profile international reputation in contemporary Fine Art
- Demonstrate ability to develop a major original Fine Art research/practice programme on your own initiative and to persuade others of its importance
- Demonstrate high-quality teaching and assessment at undergraduate and postgraduate level, including curriculum development
- Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Have a PhD in a relevant subject
For more details, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification. Enquiries should be directed to Rebecca Cain, Dean of School of Design and Creative Arts, via email. The closing date is Sunday 27th of September 2026 at midnight. Interviews will be conducted week commencing 26th of October 2026.
Our Benefits:
At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include: Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days.
Locations
Professor in Fine Art, Loughborough in Quorn, Quorndon employer: Loughborough University
Loughborough University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to numerous growth opportunities while making a meaningful impact on students' lives across the UK. Located in a dynamic academic environment, the university fosters a supportive atmosphere where your passion for higher education can truly thrive.
