Lecturer in Esports

Lecturer in Esports, Media Production and Broadcasting

Hours: Permanent, part time, 22.2 hours per week (0.6 FTE, some flexibility in how these hours are worked)

Salary: Band 6 (non-negotiable), £43,482 to £48,823 per annum, pro rata

About the Post

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer in Esports, Media Production and Broadcasting to join the School of Business, Arts, Social Sciences and Technology within the Creative Industries and Humanities subject area.

You will contribute to the planning and delivery of high-quality learning, teaching and assessment on our Esports provision, working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the curriculum reflects current industry practice and emerging trends. Alongside teaching, you will engage in scholarly activity, research and/or knowledge exchange that enhances the student experience and raises the profile of the University of Suffolk.

The role also involves contributing to student recruitment, academic administration, pastoral support and cross-school activities, with opportunities for course leadership and professional development over time.

About the Team

The Esports course is delivered by a specialist team with expertise spanning competitive gaming, digital media, events management, business, and emerging technologies. Teaching is informed by current industry practice and grounded in an understanding of how esports operates as a fast‑moving global sector.

Students are supported by staff who bring experience from esports, creative industries, sport and business, ensuring learning is both academically robust and industry‑relevant. The team places a strong emphasis on collaboration, reflective practice, and professional skills development, preparing students for a range of careers within esports and related digital industries.

Close working relationships across the School mean students also benefit from wider technical, creative, and academic support, helping them develop adaptable skills and confidence in a rapidly evolving field.

About You

You will bring contemporary experience of Esports and related media production or broadcasting contexts, alongside a strong commitment to high-quality teaching and an inclusive student experience.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• An appropriate postgraduate qualification (or equivalent professional experience)
• A recognised HE teaching qualification, or a commitment to achieve Fellowship of Advance HE within the required timeframe
• Current knowledge and experience of the Esports sector and its professional landscape
• The ability to engage in research, scholarship or knowledge exchange to support teaching
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive practice

Are you ready to inspire the next generation of Esports and media professionals?

Are you passionate about combining industry insight with innovative teaching and learning?

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for Bands 1-4 and 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days.
• Enjoy an extra day of paid leave on your birthday, subject to qualifying/service conditions.
• Flexible working, including family friendly policies.
• Competitive workplace pension scheme (USS) – with an employer contribution rate of 14.5%, tax relief on contributions and life cover.
• Staff discounts at a number of local amenities in Ipswich.
• Discounted membership at Adastral Park Leisure and Sports.
• Access to a range of high-quality learning and development opportunities
• Discounted rates for staff approved to study a UoS undergraduate or postgraduate course, subject to a set of criteria and conditions.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Staff recognition annual awards.

Closing Date: Monday 22 June 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 2 July 2026

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Vassiliki Tzomaka, Head of Creative Industries and Humanities v.tzomaka@uos.ac.uk

Please see the Job Application Guidance to support your application.

Please note:

We recommend that you apply as soon as possible, even if the closing date is in the future.

Applications received may be reviewed before the closing date and should we receive a high number of applications for this post, or high-quality applications which demonstrate suitability, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date.

We are a values driven organisation, committed to ensuring we remain a beacon for aspiration and achievement, while providing a great environment to work and study. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.