Lecturer / Associate Professor in Publishing(UK visa sponsorship available)

Job Description

About Us

University College London (UCL) is one of the world’s leading multidisciplinary universities, ranked among the top globally for research and teaching. As London’s Global University, we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, innovation, and social impact.

The Department of Information Studies (DIS) is a center of excellence for research and teaching in librarianship, publishing, archives, digital humanities, and information science. We offer leading postgraduate qualifications for information professions, contribute to the BSc Information Management for Business, and recently launched the BSc Information in Society at UCL East. With a strong reputation for research and professional engagement, we are a hub for advancing information-related disciplines.

We are now seeking an innovative and committed Lecturer or Associate Professor in Publishing to join our team in January 2026. The potholder will contribute to our MA in Publishing through teaching, curriculum development, and research or practice-based scholarship, bringing fresh perspectives and professional insights into publishing practice.

About the Role

The successful candidate will:

Deliver high-quality teaching on postgraduate publishing modules (core and optional).

Develop and update curriculum content to reflect contemporary publishing practice.

Conduct research or practice-based projects in publishing studies.

Supervise student dissertations and projects.

Contribute to the administration and wider academic life of the Department.

The appointment will be made at either:

Lecturer (Grade 8: £54,931–£62,903) or

Associate Professor (Grade 9: £68,284–£74,166)

The level of appointment will depend on experience, research profile, and track record. Associate Professor candidates must demonstrate sustained excellence in teaching, research, and leadership.

About You

Applicants should provide the following documents as part of their application:

CV

Supporting Statement – addressing the person specification criteria from the job description, with clear examples. This should also include a reference to a research publication evidencing excellence in your field, with details of your contribution.

Research Publication – either a citation/link or a file upload (open source, accessible via standard university subscriptions, or provided as an attachment).

Other supporting documents may also be uploaded, though not required.

This role is open to international applicants and is eligible for a Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship.

For queries or accessibility requests, please contact Terrie or Sarah at dis.admin@ucl.ac.uk

What We Offer

Along with an exciting academic opportunity, UCL provides a generous benefits package:

41 days annual leave (27 days leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)

Option to purchase an additional 5 days’ leave

Pension scheme (CARE defined benefit)

Cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loan

Immigration loan and relocation support (for eligible roles)

On-site nursery and gym facilities

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Employee assistance programme and staff wellbeing services

Access to discounted medical insurance

Learn more at: www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

As London’s Global University, UCL is committed to equality, fairness, and creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We particularly encourage applications from groups underrepresented in academia, including:

Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates

Disabled people

LGBTQI+ candidates

Women (for senior academic roles, Grades 9 and 10)

The Department of Information Studies is proud to hold an Athena SWAN Bronze Award, recognising our ongoing commitment to gender equality.