Lecturer At Institute Of Educational Technology (EdTech)

TL;DR

Lecturer (EdTech): Researching and developing pedagogy for open and distance learning with an accent on the Future of Work, AI, and Digital Wellbeing. Focus on producing high-quality scholarly publications, designing innovative teaching materials, and enhancing industry collaborations.

Location: Hybrid (Milton Keynes). Must be based in the UK and attend the Milton Keynes office at least once per fortnight.

Salary: £47,389 – £56,535

Company

The UK’s largest university and a world leader in flexible part-time education, dedicated to widening access to higher education through research excellence.

What you will do

• Conduct high-quality research and publish scholarly work to contribute to the 2029 Research Excellence Framework.
• Lead grant bidding and income-generating activities in line with IET and WELS research strategies.
• Design and deliver the IET curriculum, developing innovative teaching and assessment models for practical competencies.
• Supervise research students and foster links with industry for knowledge exchange and collaboration.
• Promote employability and career progression for students through evidence-based pedagogical approaches.
• Act as an ambassador for the academic excellence of the Institute and the University.

Requirements

• Doctorate in an area related to educational technology (or thesis submitted with significant prior experience).
• Expertise in educational technology research, specifically in the Future of Work, AI, or Digital Wellbeing.
• Experience producing distance/online teaching, learning, and assessment materials.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams and handle constructive criticism.
• Demonstrable commitment to inclusive learning for a diverse student population.

Nice to have

• Fellowship (or higher) of the UK Higher Education Academy or equivalent.
• Experience in supervising research students.
• Successful record of gaining external research or teaching-related funding.
• Experience supporting students specifically in a distance/online learning setting.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements, including job shares, part-time, or compressed hours.
• Commitment to work-life balance through a variety of staff benefits.
• Collaborative, research-driven environment within a global leader in pedagogy.
• Focus on social inclusion and expanding access to higher education.

Hiring process

• Onsite interviews in Milton Keynes.
• Completion of a practical teaching task during the interview week.