Lecturer in Music and Screen Media

Job title:

Lecturer in Music and Screen Media

Company:

Royal Holloway, University of London

Job description

Right to work: Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .Full-Time, PermanentApplications are invited for the post of Lecturer in Music and Screen Media in the Department of Music.You will join Royal Holloway at a time of investment and growth in our teaching and research in music and screen media. Recent developments include professional-level recording studios in Engineers Cottage; the Delia Derbyshire lab for audio research; and, as part of the AHRC CoStar National Lab, the Futures Studio for virtual production, with a next-generation audio system. The Department of Music is ranked no.1 in the UK for research in music (Complete University Guide 2022-25, based on REF 2021 results). We have a strong portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate courses including our expanding BMus Music and our recently-introduced BA Music and Sound Design for Film, TV and Interactive Media.The successful candidate will teach modules in music and screen media from practice-based and critical/theoretical perspectives. These modules may cover skills including scoring to picture; music production; sound design; critical/analytical approaches to sound and screen media; media music in podcasts and virtual/themed environments. You will develop our undergraduate and postgraduate provision, including collaborative teaching with the Departments of Media Arts and Electronic Engineering. You will conduct research on music and screen media, leading to the production of critical or creative outputs suitable for inclusion in the Research Excellence Framework. You will contribute to assessment procedures, the academic administration of the department, and to student recruitment activities such as open days and schools liaison.You will be a versatile teacher with experience in teaching practice-based and theoretical/critical approaches to music and screen media. You will be committed to enabling students to succeed from diverse backgrounds. You will have a PhD or equivalent professional experience and be able to demonstrate high levels of excellence in your research. Creative practitioners should be able to articulate the research dimensions of their work.The Department of Music’s teaching and research is underpinned by a commitment to equality and social justice. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly from groups under-represented in the university workforce.In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Training and Development opportunities
• Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
• Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing.
• Free parking

The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from LondonFor an informal discussion about the post, please contact Professor Stephen Rose, Head of the Music Department, onFor queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at:Please quote the reference: 0225-044Closing Date: 23:59, 8 April 2025Interview Date: 7 May 2025Royal Holloway is committed to equality and diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community. Read about structures and initiatives around equality and diversity, including information on staff diversity networks.From £49,325 per annum – including London Allowance. This is the expected starting salary for this post. Appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

Expected salary

£49325 per year

Location

Egham, Surrey

Job date

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 02:40:48 GMT

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