Lecturer in Creative Writing

University of plymouth - school of society and culture.

We are looking for an innovative, energetic and committed Lecturer in Creative Writing with research and practical expertise in digital writing, narrative design, and/or storytelling (as it may be employed in the various literary forms). Knowledge and experience working with AI along with experience or knowledge of script/screenwriting and narrative design for game or digital platforms is desirable.

You will teach in these specialist areas as well as across the University’s undergraduate and postgraduate English and Creative Writing curriculum, with an expectation that candidates would be able to teach across forms (fiction, poetry, game-writing, screenwriting, creative non-fiction etc), especially at UG level.

You will be able to contribute to the department's research culture and to be able to evidence a track record and research trajectory (appropriate to career stage). You will need to demonstrate that you have excellent interpersonal skills and will work effectively both independently and as part of a team with colleagues, students, and internal, and external associates.

Based within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business, the School of Society and Culture is a progressive team of inspiring teachers and researchers. The School brings together subjects that play a crucial role in addressing some of the world’s most pressing social issues and that require skilled, creative and forward-thinking individuals capable of shaping the future. The School has created a learning environment that brings together English, creative writing, social and political sciences, law, Education and the humanities to empower students to personalise their journey, expand their thinking, realise their ambitions and pursue their passions. The School is home to researchers who demonstrate the crucial role these subjects play in all aspects of our lives and their importance in shaping the future. The School holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award demonstrating the University’s ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and success for all.

The post requires:

  • A PhD (or equivalent expertise) in English and/or Creative Writing (or a related subject)
  • Research specialisms relating to digital writing, narrative design, and/or storytelling, as it may be employed in screenwriting, fiction, game design, visual poetics or other literary forms. Candidates should have a strong research trajectory (appropriate to career stage)
  • Ability to teach across the undergraduate and postgraduate English and Creative Writing curriculum
  • Ability and willingness to co-supervise a range of PhD projects on creative writing, especially projects that focus on narrative design and writing for digital output or screen
  • Strong digital skills with an aptitude to teach creatively and to quickly master new learning systems and platforms (including the use of AI tools and emerging technologies)
  • Experience of academic administration responsibilities
  • Excellent academic and pastoral support for students
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team and to take initiative

For an informal discussion, please contact [email protected] Associate head of School, Humanities and Political Studies or via the School Office (+44) 01752 585814

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Interviews are likely to take place late November/early December.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working 37 hours a week.

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