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Teaching Fellow in Graphic Design

Full-Time 34000 - 42000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

At a Glance

Tasks: Deliver high-quality teaching in Graphic Design at Edinburgh College of Art.
Company: Join a world-leading research university committed to innovation and diversity.
Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holidays, and staff discounts.
Why this job: Be part of a vibrant community and inspire the next generation of designers.
Qualifications: Master's degree and extensive industry experience in Graphic Design required.
Other info: Part-time role for 24 months with opportunities for PGR supervision.

The predicted salary is between 34000 - 42000 £ per year.

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UE07: £40,497 – £48,149 per annum pro rata

CAHSS / Edinburgh College of Art / School of Design

Part-time: 17.5 hours per week

Fixed term for 24 months

The Opportunity

Edinburgh College of Art is seeking to appoint an individual for a part-time post for a Teaching Fellow in Graphic Design, who will be able to deliver high-quality teaching provision. The post-holder will contribute to the programme vision for delivering innovative teaching. The post requires extensive experience of the skills necessary to perform within the graphic design environment. Applicants should demonstrate a significant track record of achievement in design theory and practical studio teaching. This post will place a focus across UG and PG teaching provision. The post holder would also be expected to be able to undertake PGR supervision where appropriate.We are looking for a Teaching Fellow in Graphic Design, with applied graphic design practice to support delivery of the BA & MA Graphic Design programmes across a range of courses in Graphic Design and ECA.

Job Description

Grade UE07: £40,497 – £48,149 per annum pro rata

CAHSS / Edinburgh College of Art / School of Design

Part-time: 17.5 hours per week

Fixed term for 24 months

The Opportunity

Skills And Attributes For Success

Master’s degree (PG) and Undergraduate degree in combination with extensive industry experience in Graphic Design or a related subject.
Demonstrable industry lead expertise will also be considered.
Experience of teaching and educational administration in higher/further education.
A historical, theoretical and contextual understanding of the discipline.
Professional graphic design industry experience, or experience as a practitioner.
Clear communicator with passion for teaching graphic design.
Ability to work successfully as part of a team.
Ability to organise, prioritise and manage time effectively.
Demonstrable commitment to a diverse and inclusive working environment

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Application Information

Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:

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As a valued member of our team you can expect:

A competitive salary
An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab)

On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 12th August 2025.

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About Us

As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.

About The Team

Edinburgh College of Art is a large and diverse school within the University of Edinburgh\’s College of Humanities and Social Science. It is comprised of the Schools of Art, Design, History of Art, Edinburgh School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture and the Reid School of Music.

Our mission is to promote world-leading critical enquiry across all these subject areas through scholarly research, teaching and creative practice.

Almost 3,000 students and 300 staff study and work at ECA and we enjoy strong relationships with museums, galleries, archives, practitioners and industry partners in Edinburgh, Scotland, the UK and internationally.

Edinburgh College of Art is committed to equal and fair treatment of all its employees and in recognition of the positive promotion of diversity and gender equality among staff and students, Athena SWAN granted the Edinburgh College of Art a Silver Award in 2023.

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