Fixed-term until June 2027
Part Time 0.5 FTE = 18.5 hours per week
Closing date: 22/11/2026 at 23:30
This is a rolling advert and may close earlier than advertised but no earlier than 18 November.
The Role
We are seeking a Lecturer in Animation to join our dynamic team.
You’ll teach a diverse range of techniques, with particular focus in stop motion, and/or 2D digital Animation.
With a strong background in industry or academia, you’ll bring expertise in animation fundamentals, character animation and contemporary digital practices including experience in Toon Boom Harmony and/or Dragon Frame
The role involves module leadership, guiding project work, contributing to curriculum development and pushing your own practice and development.
If you’re dedicated to nurturing the next generation of creative talent and staying ahead of industry trends,
The Team
You will be working alongside a dynamic team of animators who bring a wealth of experience from industry, academia, and research.
The course prides itself on fostering creativity, innovation, and professional development, offering students and staff opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects.
With expertise spanning various fields within animation, the team provides high-quality education keeping pace with industry advancements.
The Institute
The Sheffield Creative Industries Institute at Sheffield Hallam University is home to over 50 undergraduate and postgraduate courses and a community of 33300 students and staff.
We offer students a practice-led, research-enhanced learning experience. We challenge our students to achieve impact through their work and push social, cultural, environmental and economic boundaries.
Our studio-based curricula, supported by our creative and dynamic academics, together with our world class workshop facilities, provide a distinctive education for all our students.
We are members of Creative UK, Cumulus, CHEAD and GLAD.
Research
Staff in the Institute are part of the Art, Design and Media Research Centre.
Founded in 1993 as the Art and Design Research Centre (ADRC), it is a centre of excellence whose researchers are involved in the development of new methods and techniques for research.
Our REF 2021 performance builds on our excellent international reputation forged over the last 30 years. Research activity and its application in the centre takes place in three broad domains: Creative Practices in Health and Wellbeing; Physical and Digital Making: Theory and Practice; social, Social, Cultural and Philosophical Narratives. However, our interdisciplinary and operational approach recognises and enables these boundaries to be permeable as evidenced by our research outputs.
£40,704 to £45,641 per annum pro rata, dependent on experience
Lecturer in Animation - Part time in Sheffield employer: UAG
Queen Mary University of London is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters academic excellence and innovation. With opportunities for professional development and the unique experience of teaching in both London and Hainan, China, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on students' academic journeys.
