Lecturer in Animation/VFX/Games Art

Salary

£40,497 – £44,128 per annum

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full-Time

Job category/type

Permanent – Full-Time

Job reference

REC00003648

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference
Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings
Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement
The Role:The University of Portsmouth\’s School of Film, Media, and Creative Technologies is a vibrant future-facing environment in which students and staff work at the cutting edge of creative and technological disciplines, underpinned by a prosocial ethos. We’ve a playful yet serious approach to enabling world-class learning and delivering impactful research and innovation
Our world-class facilities for VFX, games and virtual production, combine with our strong portfolio of courses to enable highly successful collaborations with research, innovation and industry partners
Applications are invited for the post of Lecturer in Computer Animation/VFX/Games Art. We are searching specifically for people with subject expertise in 3D art for film and real-time applications, plus the ability to teach/train to the equivalent of undergraduate and potentially postgraduate level in these areas
The successful candidate will have prior experience in the Animation / VFX / Games industry and/or a related academic field. They will use their knowledge, experience, and passion to design and deliver industry-informed, engaging teaching as part of our computer animation, VFX and games provision. The post holder will support students to realise their potential, enabling them to build confidence, knowledge and resilience, enhancing the quality of the student experience and their outcomes
A proactive approach to engaging with industry, professional practice, research and graduate employability is important. The successful candidate will take full advantage of the opportunities offered by research- and practice-led teaching. They will also work with the wider School and Faculty toward a number of collegiate and cross-disciplinary strategic objectives with regard to student recruitment, experience, outreach and identity
Informal enquiries are welcomed by:

• The Head of School, Dr Adrian Hull – hull@port.ac.uk
• The Programme Area Lead for Computer Animation, Dr Matt Bellingham – bellingham@port.ac.uk

LocationPortsmouth Campus – OnsiteInterviews will be held on the 5th & 6th August
Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)
Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
• The perks don’t stop there – click ‘apply’ for further information on My Reward and Benefits

UKVI StatementPrior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it
ED&I Statement:We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community. As an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills, perspectives and experiences. In addition, we want our workforce to be representative of our diverse student population. Please see our EDI Framework and objectives
Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised. #J-18808-Ljbffr