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<div><div><p><b>Thinking about a change from industry?</b></p>
<p>If you're an experienced industry professional who enjoys mentoring colleagues, are a SME in your technical area, and want to explore teaching as a career option, this could be your next step.</p>
<p>At Manchester Metropolitan University, you'll have the opportunity to <b>shape the next generation of IT professionals</b>, by bringing your real-world experience into a modern, industry-focused learning environment.</p>
<p>We are keen to engage with you if you specialise in <b>Software Engineering </b>and are looking to join us as <b>Lecturer or Senior Lecturer </b>for a <b>part time or full-time career</b>.</p><br>
<p></p><p><b>Why Make the Move to Education?</b></p>
<ul><li><b>Make a real impact</b> &ndash; help students and apprentices launch successful careers in tech</li>
<li><b>Stay hands-on with modern development</b> &ndash; teach current tools, frameworks, and practices</li>
<li><b>Better work-life balance</b> &ndash; a more sustainable pace than many industry roles, in addition to a generous holiday entitlement of 35 days plus bank holidays and a Christmas break, coupled with a competitive pension scheme (details provided below).</li>
<li><b>Share your expertise</b> &ndash; turn your experience into meaningful teaching and mentoring</li>
<li><b>Structured pathways to progression</b> from Lecturer to Professor through our <b>Education, Pedagogy, and Citizenship (EPC)</b> pathway. Find out more about EPC here</li>
<li><b>Support to transition</b> &ndash; we'll help you develop as an educator, even if you've never taught before</li><br>
</ul><p></p><p><b>Our Commitment to You</b></p>
<ul><li>Ongoing professional development (technical and teaching)</li>
<li>Opportunities to stay connected with the industry</li>
<li>A supportive and collaborative working culture</li>
<li>If you're coming from industry, we will support you in gaining teaching qualifications and developing your academic career</li>
<li>Clearly defined career development and progression</li><br>
</ul><p></p><p><b>As a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer</b></p>
<p>You'll design and deliver engaging, practical teaching across Levels 3&ndash;7 (foundation to postgraduate), including our highly regarded <b>degree apprenticeships</b>.</p>
<p>This isn't purely theoretical teaching&mdash;you'll:</p>
<ul><li>Teach <b>modern practices in your tech areas </b>(e.g. Agile, DevOps, cloud, full-stack development)
</li><li>Work with <b>apprentices employed in industry</b>, bringing real-world challenges into the classroom</li>
<li>Design <b>hands-on projects and coding-based learning experiences</b></li>
<li>Help students <b>build the skills employers actually need</b></li>
</ul><p>You'll be part of a collaborative academic team that values innovation, industry relevance, and student success.</p><br>
<p></p><p><b>About You</b></p>
<p>We're looking for experienced computing professionals who are passionate about developing others, to join the Department of Computing and Mathematics.</p>
<p>You'll bring:</p>
<ul><li>An interest in mentoring, coaching, or teaching others</li>
<li>A desire to share your knowledge and support student success</li>
<li>The ability to communicate complex technical ideas clearly</li>
<li>Significant industry experience is welcome or a PhD in Computer Science (or related field) is equally valued</li>
<li>If you are an expert in Software Engineering, you may be currently working as a Software Engineer /Developer, Senior Engineer / Tech Lead or an Engineering Manager or Mentor.</li>
<li>Strong experience in modern software development (languages, frameworks, tools, and workflows)</li><br>
</ul><p></p><p><b>Application &amp; Assessment</b></p>
<ul><li>To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter outlining how your profile, experience and ambition make you an ideal candidate for the role.</li>
<li>We will be shortlisting and conducting interviews for this vacancy iteratively throughout the advertising period. We therefore encourage applicants to apply for this vacancy when ready to do so to ensure your application is reviewed at the most appropriate time.</li>
<li>Should you be successful, our interview process for this vacancy will be a 2-stage process.</li>
<li><b>Stage 1 &ndash; </b>Panel interview and presentation delivery, chaired by the Head of or Deputy Head of Department of Computing and Mathematics. Stage 1 interviews are expected to be scheduled in the w/c 20 July, 03 August, 17 August and 14 September</li>
<li><b>Stage 2 &ndash; </b>Interview with Mark Sterling, Faculty Pro Vice Chancellor and Professor Darren Dancey, Head of Department of Computing and Mathematics. Stage 2 interviews are expected to be scheduled in the w/c 27 July, 24 August and 21 September</li>
<li>For an informal chat about the role, contact Professor Darren Dancey, Head of Department (patoheadofcompandmaths@mmu.ac.uk)
</li></ul><p><b><i>To know more about our Research Community, click </i></b><b><i>here</i></b></p><br>
<p></p><p><b>Further information:</b></p>
<p>Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, including those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.</p>
<p>We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.</p>
<p>Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.</p>
<p>Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.</p><br>
<p></p><p><b><i>Find out more about our Computing Campaign, </i></b><b><i>here</i></b></p></div></div><p></p>
<br><div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Details</b></h2>
<div><ul><li><div>Location:</div>
<div>Manchester All Saints Campus</div>
</li><li><div>Faculty / Function:</div>
<div>Science &amp; Engineering</div>
</li><li><div>Salary:</div>
<div>For Lecturer in Grade 8 (&pound;41,064 to &pound;51,753) / For Senior Lecturer in Grade 9 (&pound;48,822 to &pound;61,759)</div>
</li><li><div>Closing Date:</div>
<div>6 September 2026</div>
</li><li><div>Contract Type:</div>
<div>Permanent</div>
</li><li><div>Contracted Hours per week:</div>
<div>37</div>
</li></ul></div></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Benefits</b></h2>
<div></div><div><div><div>35 days leave + Christmas closure + Bank holidays</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Travel loan</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Wellbeing platform</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Life insurance</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Access to Campus Facilities</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Enhanced parental leave</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>High-quality guaranteed pension</div>
</div></div></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Meet the </b><b>recruiter</b></h2>
<div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Neha Phanse</b></h3>
<p>N.Phanse@mmu.ac.uk</p></div></div><p></p>

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Software Engineering for Industry Experts

<div><div><p>We are looking for an enthusiastic Communications Coordinator (External Engagement) ready to take on a challenging and rewarding permanent role.</p>
<p>As a key member of the University's external communications and engagement team, you will provide vital coordination and delivery support to help strengthen Manchester Met's relationships with external stakeholders and enhance its profile and reputation.</p>
<p><b>About the role</b></p>
<p>Working closely with colleagues across the Communications and Engagement team, you will support the planning, coordination, and delivery of a wide range of external engagement and communications activity.</p>
<p>You will play an important role in ensuring that engagement activity is well organised, professionally delivered and effectively communicated, including across events, meetings, communications, and stakeholder interactions.</p>
<p><b>Ideal candidates will:</b></p>
<ul><li>Support the planning and delivery of external engagement activity including events, visits, meetings and stakeholder interactions.</li>
<li>Create and edit content for a range of channels, including briefings, newsletters, web and social media.</li>
<li>Prepare high-quality materials for internal colleagues and senior leaders, including briefings, agendas and presentations.</li>
<li>Monitor news, policy developments and stakeholder activity to inform briefings and identify opportunities.</li>
<li>Maintain stakeholder databases, engagement trackers and forward plans to support coordinated activity.</li>
<li>Support the delivery of events, including logistics, invitations, attendee management and follow-up communications.</li>
<li>Assist with monitoring and evaluation activity to help demonstrate impact and support continuous improvement.</li>
</ul><p>As a hybrid worker, you will be based at our All Saints Campus for part of the week, with flexibility to work remotely.</p>
<p></p><p><b>About you</b></p>
<p>A highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented communications professional with an interest in stakeholder engagement and external communications.</p>
<p><b>Ideal candidates will have:</b></p>
<ul><li>Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt content and approaches for different audiences.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships</li>
<li>Experience supporting events, meetings or communications and engagement activity.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.</li>
<li>A proactive, enthusiastic and solutions-focused approach.</li>
</ul><p></p><p><b>About the Communications &amp; Engagement team</b></p>
<p>We are dedicated to building and enhancing Manchester Met's profile and reputation, supporting our goal to be recognised as a university, employer, and partner of choice.</p>
<p>As part of a great university in a great global city, the Communications &amp; Engagement team plays a key role in delivering strategic communications and engagement that raises Manchester Met's profile and supports its reputation.</p>
<p>The External Engagement function works across the University to coordinate meaningful engagement with partners, policymakers, community organisations and other stakeholders, ensuring activity is joined up, impactful and aligned with priorities.</p>
<p>You will contribute to a wide range of activity, helping to deliver events, communications and stakeholder engagement that connect the University with key audiences and support its ambitions.</p>
<p>This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in communications, stakeholder engagement and event delivery, while gaining experience across a dynamic and collaborative team.</p>
<p></p><p><i>If you would like to join our people and share our ambition, we would love to hear from you!</i></p>
<p>Please apply with your CV and covering letter. We welcome questions about the role, however, all expressions of interest should be included as part of your application (e.g. within your cover letter) and submitted through the application portal, not via email. If you'd like to find out more, please get in touch for an informal conversation with Anna Hill - A.Hill@mmu.ac.uk</p>
<p>Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
</p><p>We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.
</p><p>Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.
</p><p>Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.</p></div></div>
<br><div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Details</b></h2>
<div><ul><li><div>Location:</div>
<div>Manchester All Saints Campus</div>
</li><li><div>Faculty / Function:</div>
<div>External Relations</div>
</li><li><div>Salary:</div>
<div>Grade 5 (&pound;28,031 to &pound;30,378)</div>
</li><li><div>Closing Date:</div>
<div>2 July 2026</div>
</li><li><div>Contract Type:</div>
<div>Permanent</div>
</li><li><div>Contracted Hours per week:</div>
<div>35</div>
</li></ul></div></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Benefits</b></h2>
<div></div><div><div><div>25 days leave + Christmas closure + Bank holidays (Extra 5 days after 5 years of service)</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Travel loan</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Wellbeing platform</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Life insurance</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Access to Campus Facilities</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Enhanced parental leave</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>High-quality guaranteed pension</div>
</div></div></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Meet the </b><b>recruiter</b></h2>
<div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Mark Linstead</b></h3>
<p>M.Linstead@mmu.ac.uk</p></div></div><p></p>

Communications Coordinator (External Engagement)

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Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Software Engineering for Industry Experts

Communications Coordinator (External Engagement)