The University of Plymouth is seeking an ambitious and innovative Lecturer in English and Creative Writing to join a thriving and forward-looking team at a time of significant change in academia and the creative industries.
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the next generation of writers, readers, and thinkers, equipping students with both the creative and critical skills needed to thrive in rapidly evolving cultural and technological environments.
You will contribute to teaching and supervision across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in English and Creative Writing, while developing an internationally recognised profile in research, knowledge exchange, or professional creative practice. We are looking for a colleague who combines disciplinary excellence with intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment to innovative pedagogy.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates whose work bridges traditional literary forms with new modes of storytelling, audience engagement, and creative production.
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For an informal discussion, please contact james.goulbourne@plymouth.ac.uk Associate head of School, Humanities and Political Studies
Deadline: 12 midnight, Wednesday 2 September 2026