Lecturer, History of Art, Materials and Technology(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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February 18, 2026
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Job Description

Department Context

The History of Art department is an internationally recognised centre for research and teaching that examines art through global, material, and technological perspectives. Its academic community explores how artworks are made, preserved, interpreted, and experienced — from medieval artefacts to contemporary media practices.

A distinctive feature of the department is its commitment to material and object-based enquiry. Students on the Materials and Technology pathway combine art historical thinking with laboratory investigation, conservation theory, and critical engagement with making processes. Teaching is supported by the department’s specialist laboratory spaces and collaborations with neighbouring institutes such as the UCL Institute of Making, the UCL Institute of Archaeology, and the Slade School of Fine Art — enabling cross-disciplinary exploration of materials, craft, and heritage science.

Role Overview

This lectureship is aimed at a scholar-practitioner who bridges art history with material, conservation, or heritage-focused inquiry.

The appointed lecturer will:

  • Teaching & Laboratory Leadership
  • Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching focused on art materials, technologies, and conservation contexts
  • Help oversee and develop the Material Studies Laboratory
  • Design new modules that connect theory, object study, and practical investigation

Research & Scholarship

  • Maintain an active research agenda in art, heritage, or materials-focused fields
  • Publish high-quality work and pursue research funding
  • Contribute to intellectual life across the department

Academic Service

  • Participate in programme development and administration
  • Support student mentoring and interdisciplinary collaboration
  • This position aligns with current UK visa sponsorship frameworks for international applicants.

Candidate Profile

You will bring academic depth alongside curiosity about how artworks function materially and culturally.

We are looking for someone who has:

  • A PhD in art history, conservation, heritage science, material culture, or a closely related discipline
  • Experience or strong interest in lab-based or workshop-led teaching
  • Evidence of developing research output and scholarly engagement
  • Ability to connect specialist expertise to wider debates in art and material culture
  • Strong communication and collaborative skills
  • Experience with museum collections, curatorial practice, studio work, or heritage contexts is welcomed.

Employment & Benefits

Staff receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support wellbeing and career sustainability:

  • 41 days combined leave
  • Defined benefit CARE pension scheme
  • Travel and cycle schemes
  • On-site nursery and fitness facilities
  • Enhanced parental leave provisions
  • Employee wellbeing services
  • Discounted health insurance
  • Flexible and part-time arrangements may be considered.

Equality & Inclusion Commitment

The department actively cultivates an inclusive academic environment where diverse experiences enrich scholarship. It holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award recognising progress toward gender equity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Application Process

Applicants should submit:

  • Academic CV
  • Cover letter addressing the selection criteria
  • Additional materials are not required at this stage. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person interview.

Relevant UK Government Guidance

For applicants — especially international candidates — these official resources may be helpful:

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