Lecturer - Design

The successful candidate will have experience of working with digital design tools, including Adobe Suite and 3D software. You will have relevant industry experience in Illustration, Animation and/or Graphic Design and will have a clear and ability to draw (from imagination and life drawing).

The University of Sunderland offers life-changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries. We're an inclusive, ambitious and forward-looking University in a vibrant city that's constantly evolving. We're also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape. As we move through 2026, we're celebrating being recognised as:

• A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North-East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North-East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)
Your next opportunity An excellent opportunity has arisen within The Faculty of Education, Society and Creative Industries for a qualified and experienced Lecturer in Design. Working predominantly in Priestman Building based on City Campus you will undertake module leadership and teaching within the Design subject area which could include areas such as Illustration & Design, Graphic Design, and Animation and Games Art., At the University of Sunderland, we're more than a place of learning, we're a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don't just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks