University Teacher in Digital Marketing

The University of Sheffield’s new MSc in Digital Marketing degree launches in September 2026 and we are seeking an additional team member to deliver this innovative programme, as well as our existing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. In this role you will specifically contribute to the development and delivery of digital marketing teaching within our integrated undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum. You will be a key member of the curriculum design team, working with colleagues from marketing, creative and cultural industries themes. You will also develop your administrative experience through a key course level role such as Module Leader. This is a full‑time position based in the Sheffield University Management School.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Working with the Marketing and Creative and Cultural Industries (MCCI) Subject Group, develop and deliver digital marketing teaching within the School’s taught programmes, ensuring that it is accessible, inclusive, and contributes to the University’s Education Strategy Delivery Plan.
• Improve and enhance the student experience and student outcomes through programme delivery based on a detailed understanding of student needs and professional requirements.
• Behave ethically in all aspects of your role and act as a role‑model for our students.
• Undertake scholarship activities in digital marketing education, appropriate to the role, that have a positive impact on student outcomes and are influential on a national / international level.
• Engage in recruitment and outreach activities which may include activities outside standard working hours, for example Open Days.
• Engage in core administrative areas to support the delivery of the MCCI programmes (e.g., student advising and mentoring).
• Provide effective line management where required.
• Represent the institution with external stakeholders (within and outside the profession) to foster collaboration, at a regional or national level as required.
• Work according to University quality assurance processes and other regulatory frameworks including Professional Regulatory bodies (e.g., CIM).
• Actively contribute to the collective interests and values of the University through individual action and inclusive, collaborative working.
• Make a full and active contribution to the principles of the ‘Sheffield Academic’. These include the achievement of excellence in applied teaching and research, and scholarly pursuits to make a genuine difference in the subject area and to the University’s achievements as a whole.
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in your application statement when you apply.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• A PhD (or equivalent relevant experience) in a relevant subject.
• Experience of teaching digital marketing, or an associated discipline, in a Higher Education environment.
• Teaching qualification e.g. FHEA, PGCert Higher Education or evidence of working towards.
• Experience of working and communicating with a team of staff.
• Experience of developing strong working relationships with partners within and external to Higher Education.
• Ability to develop creative approaches to problem solving.
• Experience of working independently on project activities.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, and effective IT skills.

Further Information

• Grade: 8
• Salary: £48,822 - £58,2225
• Work arrangement: Full Time
• Duration: 1st September 2026 - 30th September 2027
• Line manager: Head of Subject Group or Marketing integrated with our Academic Career Pathways.

A range of generous family‑friendly policies paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies access to menopause support in the workplace paid time off and support for fertility treatment and more.

Equal Opportunity

We are a Disability Confident Leader. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.