Job Description
- Location: Brighton, UK
- Hours: Full-time, up to 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE). Flexible working requests will be considered in line with business needs.
- Salary: Grade 8, starting at £47,389 to £56,535 per annum (pro rata for part-time).
- Contract Type: Fixed Term
About the Role
The Department of Strategy and Marketing at the University of Sussex Business School is seeking a full-time Education & Scholarship Assistant Professor (E&S) in Strategy and Marketing, with expertise in global strategy and marketing.
You will work with colleagues across the department to deliver and develop modules within our portfolio, including (but not limited to):
- Marketing strategy
- International marketing
- Marketing analytics
- Consumer research and behaviour
- Global business environment
Key responsibilities include:
- Teaching: Delivering lectures, seminars, and workshops in areas such as business strategy, international trade, global markets, and organisational development. This also involves curriculum design, assessment, and student mentoring.
- Administration: Supporting course delivery, contributing to departmental operations, and engaging in faculty committees.
- Student Support: Supervising dissertations or projects, and guiding students in academic and professional development.
The Department of Strategy and Marketing is a vibrant, diverse community with strengths across marketing, international business, strategy, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Our recent rankings include 3rd place for Marketing in the Southeast region, 17th in the Complete University Guide 2026 for Marketing, and 11th in the UK for Graduate Prospects in Marketing 2026.
About You
Applicants should hold a PhD in Strategy, Marketing, or a related discipline and demonstrate substantial teaching experience within higher education. You will be able to design and deliver engaging teaching sessions, supported by evidence of strong student outcomes.
We are looking for a colleague who:
- Has a proven track record of teaching excellence.
- Brings innovative and flexible teaching methods suitable for diverse audiences.
- Can contribute to postgraduate teaching, assessment, and supervision.
- Possesses excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Values collaboration across disciplines and is committed to student success.
- Shares our focus on sustainability, ethics, and tackling contemporary global business challenges.
About the Faculty
The University of Sussex Business School is a pioneering, research-led, and interdisciplinary faculty. It brings together five departments—Accounting and Finance, Strategy and Marketing, Management, Economics, and the Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU)—to deliver impactful research and business education.
We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and shaping the future of responsible business. By joining us, you will become part of a forward-thinking academic community with influence in the UK and worldwide.
Further information is available on the University of Sussex Business School website
.Why Join Us
Our campus is set on 150 acres next to the beautiful South Downs, just minutes from Falmer train station and well connected by bus and cycle routes. We also offer a cycle-to-work scheme and a comprehensive benefits package.
As a research-led international university, our strength lies in our people—staff and students alike. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
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Key Information
- Informal enquiries: Contact Professor Vassiliki Bamiatzi at v.bamiatzi@sussex.ac.uk
- .Application requirements: Please include a full CV detailing your academic qualifications and higher education experience.
- Work location: All work must be carried out in the UK.
Visa Sponsorship
This role has been assigned an eligible Skilled Worker Visa SOC code and meets the salary threshold for sponsorship (if full-time at Grade 8.6). For further details, please see the University of Sussex Skilled Worker Visa guidance
