Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Cluster Manager to lead the day-to-day operations and delivery of the CreaTech Frontiers creative industries Cluster.

Funded through a £7.2m AHRC/UKRI Creative Industries Cluster grant, the programme brings together universities, industry, businesses and cultural organisations to support innovation and growth of the creative and cultural sectors across the West Midlands.

Reporting to the Cluster Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the programme delivers its objectives, KPIs and stakeholder outcomes. You will work across six core partners and a wide range of regional and national stakeholders, supporting an ambitious programme of business support, grants for R&D collaborations, internships, doctoral opportunities and training.

This is a 40-month externally funded role, running until 31 January 2030.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the day-to-day delivery of the CreaTech Frontiers Cluster.
• Chair the Cluster Management Team and work closely with the Cluster Director, Steering Board and Industry Advisory Board.
• Manage programme performance, budgets, risks, resources and reporting requirements.
• Develop and maintain effective partnerships with universities, businesses, cultural organisations and regional stakeholders.
• Support SMEs and underrepresented communities to access programme opportunities.
• Lead and develop project team members, ensuring effective delivery against programme objectives.
• Monitor and evaluate activity against funder KPIs and programme outcomes.
• Support the delivery of responsible innovation, EDI and sustainability frameworks.
• Provide high-quality intelligence, advice and reporting to senior stakeholders and AHRC/UKRI.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve programme delivery and impact.

Essential Criteria

Experience

• Experience of managing large-scale programmes or projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience of working with funding bodies or agencies.
• Experience of developing and managing senior-level partnerships within Higher Education or a similar environment.
• Experience of leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven experience of delivering projects from inception through to completion.
• Experience of working at pace and delivering measurable impact.
• Experience of working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

• Strong leadership, programme and operational management skills.
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage complex relationships and competing priorities.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making and risk-management skills.
• Ability to use data and evidence to monitor performance and inform decisions.
• Ability to motivate teams and deliver results in a complex environment.

Knowledge

• Knowledge or understanding of the creative and/or digital industries.
• Understanding of Higher Education, research and innovation environments.
• Knowledge of EDI and sustainability principles.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and digital tools.
• Familiarity with LLMs and AI tools to support analysis, project management and reporting.

Special Requirements

• Willingness to travel to university campuses, partner organisations, meetings and events.
• Flexibility to work outside standard office hours when required.

We welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills and experience from relevant sectors.

Further information

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Prof Lamberto Coccioli, CreaTech Frontiers Director, at lamberto.coccioli@bcu.ac.uk

Closing Date: 24 Sep 2026

Department: Management

Salary: £52,462 to £60,842 per annum
Fixed Term (3 years and 4 months)

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Lecturer in Real Estate to contribute to teaching, professional practice, and scholarship across our built environment portfolio, including Quantity Surveying, Construction Project Management, Real Estate, and related disciplines.

The successful candidate will join a forward-looking academic community committed to teaching excellence, industry engagement, and student success. Our programmes combine academically rigorous learning with professional relevance, preparing graduates to contribute ethically, sustainably, and innovatively to the built environment sector. We value strong student support, inclusive learning, and an educational culture that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviours required to succeed in contemporary practice.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Requirements

You will bring professional experience from the built environment sector together with a reflective, evidence-informed approach to teaching that raises student ambition and develops their confidence as emerging professionals.

You will demonstrate expertise in one or more built environment disciplines, such as quantity surveying, construction project management, real estate, construction economics, commercial management, project delivery, asset management, sustainability, housing, development, or the wider property and construction sector, and be able to connect contemporary professional practice with intellectually rigorous and engaging learning.

You will demonstrate a commitment to high-quality student support, recognising that academic excellence is strengthened by a respectful, inclusive, and professionally focused learning environment.

The successful candidate will have significant professional experience within the built environment sector and will ideally hold, or be working towards, membership of a relevant professional body such as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS/FRICS), the Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB/FCIOB), the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT), or an equivalent professional qualification relevant to their discipline.

Further Information

Powered by our distinctive STEAM agenda, we are committed to transforming the lives of our students and the communities we serve. We champion practice-based learning, socio-cultural and techno-political awareness, and design as a transformative force. Our studios are spaces of experimentation, speculation, and responsibility—cultivating a radically disruptive constituency of care and nurturing imaginative, socially engaged futures.

To drive this mission forward, we are investing in exceptional academic staff who are at the cutting edge of practice, research, and pedagogy. Through active, immersive, hands-on learning, our educators empower students to achieve significant educational gain and profound personal transformation. Together, we aim to shape designers capable of building a more just, inclusive, and caring world.

If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of the School of Architecture, Built Environment, Computing and Engineering, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Peter Baldwin, Head of Department of Architecture and the Built Environment, at peter.baldwin@bcu.ac.uk.

Why not explore our campuses using our interactive map: Interactive Map | Birmingham City University

Why work for us

• Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent).
• Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.
• Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits.
• Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs.

Visa Sponsorship 

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, subject to meeting the relevant criteria. For further information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Closing Date: 02 Oct 2026

Department: Academic

Salary: £45,235 to £51,182 per annum
12 month maternity cover contract. For existing Birmingham City University employees, this opportunity may be offered as a secondment, subject to agreement with your current line manager.

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands.  This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.

Role Summary

We are recruiting a Careers Coach to join the Careers and Student Opportunities team. You will have experience providing careers information, advice, and coaching in a person-centred way, with a strong understanding of students' needs and expectations. This role will involve actively reaching out to students, managing a caseload and delivering a variety of one-to-one and group-based employability coaching activities to enhance employability skills and make a positive impact on graduate outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one and group-based employability coaching, tailored to student and graduate needs.
• Proactively reach out to students, manage a caseload, and remove barriers to engagement.
• Build strong professional relationships with students and stakeholders across the schools and the wider University.
• Develop, deliver and evaluate coaching activity, workshops and initiatives, using impact measures.
• Use technology to improve reach and scale of coaching and employability support.

Essential Requirements

• Proven ability to build successful professional relationships.
• Good understanding of how to engage less confident students, including those balancing work or family commitments.
• Experience developing and delivering training/coaching programmes and measuring impact.
• Experience using technology to support and scale service delivery.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Careers & Student Opportunities colleagues and faculty teams to improve student outcomes.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience supporting a diverse student population and applying an inclusive approach to coaching.
• Experience of employability coaching or careers work within a university setting.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment and managing your time across competing priorities.

Further Information

If you want to be part of a team shaping the future of the Careers and Student Opportunities team, we’d love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role, contact Jo Howell at Jo.howell@bcu.ac.uk

Why not take a look on the interactive map that shows the facilities across campus.

The appointed candidate will normally be employed through our subsidiary company BCU Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Birmingham City University. Appointees with prior LGPS membership who wish to enter the LGPS scheme will be able to do so and will be employed by Birmingham City University directly.

 Why work for us

• Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent).
• Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.
• Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, a health cash plan, wellbeing support and a wide range of staff benefits.
• Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs.

Closing Date: 20 Sep 2026

Department: Admin/Support Service

Salary: £39,002 to £44,131 per annum
Permanent

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.

Role Summary

Birmingham City University is a large and diverse place to study right in the heart of the city and we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Recruitment Events Assistant to join our team.

We are looking for someone with a background in events, who is passionate, detail orientated and organised to slot into our innovative and forward-thinking team.

Support the work of a team that oversees in-person and virtual events to promote BCU to prospective students, alongside supporting with off campus engagement at higher education recruitment fairs. The role may also include involvement with other events throughout the year, notably student recruitment activities such as Clearing operations.

Support the planning and delivery of the University’s corporate recruitment events – Open Days, Offer Holder Days, campus tours and postgraduate events, including liaising with internal Schools, departments and external organisations as necessary.

Key Responsibilities

1. Schedule and coordinate events including making bookings, liaising with event organisers, contributors and attendees to ensure details of events are clearly understood and communicated.
2. Provide general support, trouble shooting and assistance to help with 'on-the-day' issues and ensure events run smoothly as directed by the Recruitment Events Manager.
3. Work with a range ofof internal and external stakeholders involved in major university recruitment events and liaise with them where directed by the Recruitment Events Manager or Officers.
4. Deliver high-quality support for off campus events, including UCAS, WhatUni and postgraduate fairs.
5. Support the Recruitment Events Manager and Officers to ensure that multiple, often large scale, activities and events are able to run simultaneously, prioritising appropriately, and managing workload.
6. Helping to ensure the necessary staffing levels of student ambassadors for events organised.
7. Aid the Student Ambassador Co-ordinator to plan and carry out the training and supervising of student ambassadors in advance of and during events.
8. Working with Marketing colleagues to ensure that all delivered material is of a consistently high standard.
9. Assist in ensuring the effective delivery of virtual and hybrid events, including for international audiences.
10. Assist in ensuring the effective delivery of business critical Student Recruitment activities, such as Clearing.
11. Ensure that appropriate risk management processes are operational within own areas of responsibility.
12. Any other duties commensurate with the post as required by the Recruitment Events Manager.
13. Assist and support the wide range of activities undertaken within the Department in support of student recruitment, including open days, offer holder days, business/community events, Clearing and the production of marketing collateral.

Further Information

If you want to be part of a team shaping the future of the team, we’d love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role, contact Leah Pemberton at Leah.Pemberton@bcu.ac.uk

Why not take a look on the interactive map that shows the facilities across campus.

The appointed candidate will normally be employed through our subsidiary company BCU Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Birmingham City University. Appointees with prior LGPS membership who wish to enter the LGPS scheme will be able to do so and will be employed by Birmingham City University directly.

 Why work for us

• Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent).
• Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.
• Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, a health cash plan, wellbeing support and a wide range of staff benefits.
• Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs.

Closing Date: 27 Sep 2026

Department: Admin/Support Service

Salary: £28,995 to £32,006 per annum
Permanent

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands.  This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced project manager to manage the institutional implementation of the University’s Retention of Assessed Work Policy, ensuring compliance with the Office for Students (OfS) requirements relating to the retention and retrieval of assessed work.

Working on behalf of the Director of Quality Assurance and Enhancement, the postholder will manage the timely delivery of the project through to completion by coordinating academic and professional service stakeholders, developing institutional processes, supporting the implementation of technical solutions, embedding governance and audit arrangements, and ensuring sustainable compliance across all areas of the university.

Please note this is a 12 month fixed term position operating on a pro rata basis of 18.5 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Requirements

Desirable Requirements

Closing Date: 27 Sep 2026

Department: Management

Salary: £45,235 to £51,182 per annum
12 Months Fixed Term / Part Time (0.5 FTE)

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Strategic People Partner to join our People Partnering Team, supporting the delivery of high-quality services across the University.

Reporting to the Head of People Partnering, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and supporting a culture of continuous improvement across the University. Working as an integral member of the Senior People Partnering Team, you will proactively identify, plan, and meet workforce needs through a coaching and facilitative approach, directly contributing to the delivery of the University’s strategic objectives.

You will be an experienced Strategic People Partner with a genuine passion for people, service excellence, and transformational change. With a strong grasp of the full range of people management practices, you will bring a holistic understanding of the business partnering function and the processes and policies that underpin effective and strategic people engagement.

You will have:

• Proven experience advising and consulting with senior leaders.
• Excellent people management and relationship-building skills.
• The confidence and communication skills to influence, challenge, and support senior stakeholders.
• A creative mindset, seeing opportunities in every challenge.
• A collaborative, open and honest approach that builds trust.
• The courage to offer high challenge and high support, always aligned with the University’s values and mission.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Requirements

Desirable Requirements

Further Information

You’ll be part of a forward-thinking university that values innovation, diversity, and continuous development. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and this role offers the chance to make a real and lasting impact.

If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of People Partnering Team, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that candidates who have been unsuccessful for the same role within the last six months may not normally be reconsidered. We encourage applicants to reapply when they have gained additional skills, qualifications, or experience relevant to the role.

Why not explore our campuses using our interactive map: Interactive Map | Birmingham City University

Candidates who are successful at the initial longlisting stage will be invited to an informal conversation as part of the recruitment process, before progressing to formal shortlisting. These conversations are expected to take place during the week commencing 21 September 2026.

Formal interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place on 29 September 2026.

Why work for us

• Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent).
• Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.
• Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits.
• Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs.

Visa Sponsorship 

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, subject to meeting the relevant criteria. For further information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Closing Date: 15 Sep 2026

Department: Management

Salary: £52,462 to £60,842 per annum
In addition to the advertised salary, this role attracts a non-contractual market supplement of £5,247 per annum.

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Director of Law Clinic to join the BCU Law Clinic, providing strategic, academic, professional and operational leadership for this flagship civic-engagement activity.

In this role, you will lead the continued growth, development and innovation of the Law Clinic, ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal services alongside outstanding clinical legal education and student employability opportunities. You will oversee legal practice, governance, risk management and regulatory compliance, while developing strong partnerships with law firms, chambers, courts, tribunals, charities, local authorities and other key stakeholders to enhance the Clinic’s impact and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Requirements

Desirable Requirements

Further Information

If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of the BCU Law Clinic, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Liz Smart at liz.smart@bcu.ac.uk

Interviews for this role are scheduled to take place on 6 October 2026.

Why not explore our campuses using our interactive map: Interactive Map | Birmingham City University

Why work for us

• Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent).
• Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.
• Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits.
• Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs.

Visa Sponsorship 

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, subject to meeting the relevant criteria. For further information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Closing Date: 21 Sep 2026

Department: Management

Salary: £70,564 to £79,840 per annum
Permanent

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff. 

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities. 

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential. 

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond. 

About the School

The Birmingham School of Architecture, Building, Computing and Engineering is an ambitious and evolving academic community bringing together disciplines that shape the environments, technologies and infrastructures in which people live and work.

Within the School, our Department of Architecture and Built Environment is a thriving learning community committed to high-quality teaching, research and industrial engagement. Following sustained growth in student numbers and research activity, the Department is embarking on a significant programme of expansion and long-term investment.

We believe the built environment is never neutral. The infrastructure we design, construct and maintain shapes how people live, move and connect, influencing resilience, sustainability, opportunity and wellbeing. We therefore see civil engineering not simply as a technical discipline, but as a profession with social, environmental and ethical responsibilities.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Senior Lecturer in Civil Engineering to contribute to the development and delivery of our Civil Engineering provision, including Degree Apprenticeships.

You will join a forward-looking academic community committed to teaching excellence, research-informed education, professional practice and student success. You will help prepare engineers who combine technical expertise with professional judgement and an understanding of the wider impact of their decisions.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Infrastructure Engineering, including Transportation Engineering
• Geotechnical and Hydraulic Engineering
• Structural Engineering

We will consider candidates from industry, research and higher education backgrounds. We are particularly interested in those who can bring professional expertise, research excellence or strong industry connections into an engaging and contemporary curriculum.

This is an opportunity to play a significant role in shaping the future of Civil Engineering at Birmingham City University at an exciting time of growth and investment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership and contribute to the development and enhancement of Civil Engineering programmes, including Degree Apprenticeships.
• Deliver engaging, inclusive and research-informed teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate provision.
• Teach core Civil Engineering subjects within your area of expertise, connecting theory with professional practice and real-world challenges.
• Design effective learning, teaching and assessment approaches and provide constructive feedback and support to students.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate projects and contribute to curriculum development and quality enhancement.
• Develop relationships with industry and professional bodies, creating opportunities for live projects, guest lectures and industry-engaged learning.
• Undertake high-quality research and scholarly activity, contributing to publications, research funding, knowledge exchange and external partnerships.
• Contribute to student recruitment, outreach and the wider academic development of the Department.
• Support an inclusive culture that promotes equality, diversity, belonging and student success.
• Contribute to programme administration, quality assurance and the wider work of the School.

Essential Requirements

You will be an experienced Civil Engineer, educator, researcher or industry practitioner with a high level of technical expertise and a commitment to developing the next generation of engineers. You will have:

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a relevant professional engineering body, such as the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
• A PhD in a Civil Engineering-related discipline or equivalent professional/industrial experience.
• High-level knowledge, skill and expertise in Civil Engineering.
• The ability to teach core Civil Engineering subjects at undergraduate level.
• The ability to contextualise theoretical knowledge through professional engineering practice.
• Excellent communication, presentation and teaching skills.
• Strong interpersonal and team-working skills.
• A commitment to inclusive, student-centred education and supporting student success.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience applying national and international design standards, particularly the Eurocodes.
• Expertise in Transportation Engineering.
• Experience with a UK Civil Engineering consultant or contractor.
• Higher education teaching experience, including programme, module or course leadership.
• Experience of teaching Degree Apprentices or industry-based learners.
• A strong research and publication record.
• Experience developing research funding bids, industry partnerships or knowledge exchange activity.

Further Information

This is an opportunity to join a School in significant growth and to help shape the future of Civil Engineering education at Birmingham City University.

Our approach connects academic rigour with professional practice, encouraging students to understand not only how engineering solutions work, but why they matter and who they affect.

Through research-informed and industry-engaged education, we aim to develop engineers capable of responding to the major challenges facing our built environment — from infrastructure resilience and sustainable transport to climate adaptation, responsible development and healthier, more connected communities.

You will join colleagues committed to transforming the lives of our students and contributing positively to Birmingham and beyond.

If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of Civil Engineering at Birmingham City University, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Peter Baldwin, Head of Department, at peter.baldwin@bcu.ac.uk. 

Why not explore our campuses using our interactive map: Interactive Map | Birmingham City University

Why work for us

• Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent). 
• Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career. 
• Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits. 
• Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs. 

Visa Sponsorship 

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, subject to meeting the relevant criteria. For further information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Closing Date: 01 Oct 2026

Department: Academic

Salary: £52,462 to £60,842 per annum
Three-year fixed-term contract appointment

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff. 

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities. 

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential. 

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond. 

About the School

The Birmingham School of Architecture, Building, Computing and Engineering is an ambitious and evolving academic community bringing together disciplines that shape the environments, technologies and infrastructures in which people live and work.

Within the School, our Department of Architecture and Built Environment is a thriving learning community committed to high-quality teaching, research and industrial engagement. Following sustained growth in student numbers and research activity, the Department is embarking on a significant programme of expansion and long-term investment.

We believe the built environment is never neutral. The infrastructure we design, construct and maintain shapes how people live, move and connect, influencing resilience, sustainability, opportunity and wellbeing. We therefore see civil engineering not simply as a technical discipline, but as a profession with social, environmental and ethical responsibilities.

Role Summary

We are seeking an Associate Professor in Real Estate to provide academic leadership and contribute to teaching, professional practice, research and external engagement across our BSc Real Estate and MSc Real Estate programmes.

You will join a forward-looking academic community built on teaching excellence, critical inquiry, professional responsibility and industry relevance. You will play a leading role in shaping curriculum development, enhancing the student experience, strengthening industry and professional partnerships, and contributing to the School's research, knowledge exchange and civic engagement.

This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the future direction of Real Estate at Birmingham City University at a time of growth and investment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership across Real Estate provision, contributing to programme strategy, curriculum development and enhancement.
• Lead and develop innovative, research-informed and professionally relevant teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• Bring contemporary real estate practice into the curriculum, connecting theory, evidence and professional experience.
• Contribute to the development of student employability, professional capability and industry awareness.
• Provide academic leadership and mentorship to colleagues, supporting teaching quality, innovation and professional development.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research and applied projects.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with industry, professional bodies and external stakeholders.
• Lead or contribute to research, scholarship and knowledge exchange, developing an established or emerging profile within the field.
• Contribute to research funding, publications, consultancy, professional activity and other forms of external engagement.
• Support the development of live projects, industry engagement and other opportunities that connect students with contemporary professional practice.
• Contribute to student recruitment, outreach and civic engagement activities.
• Champion equality, diversity and belonging and contribute to a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to academic leadership, quality assurance and the wider development of the School and its Real Estate provision.

Essential Requirements

You will bring substantial professional experience in real estate practice together with a reflective, evidence-informed approach to teaching and academic leadership.

You will have recognised expertise in one or more areas of real estate, such as:

• Valuation
• Real estate investment
• Property development
• Asset management
• Planning
• Sustainability
• Housing
• Commercial property
• Property economics

You will be able to connect contemporary professional practice with intellectually rigorous and engaging learning, raising student ambition and developing confidence in the next generation of property professionals.

You will have:

• Chartered status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS or FRICS), or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Significant senior-level professional experience within the real estate sector, including substantial experience in valuation.
• Recognised expertise and professional credibility within one or more areas of real estate.
• Experience of leading or significantly contributing to curriculum development and enhancement.
• Experience of supporting and mentoring colleagues and contributing to teaching quality and student outcomes.
• Experience of teaching, learning or professional education within a higher education or equivalent professional context.
• An established or developing profile in research, scholarship, knowledge exchange or professional leadership.
• The ability to build productive relationships with industry, professional bodies and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and leadership skills.
• A commitment to inclusive, student-centred education and supporting student success.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience of programme, course or module leadership.
• A strong record of research, scholarship or professional publications.
• Experience of securing or contributing to research, consultancy or knowledge exchange activity.
• Established relationships with the real estate industry and professional bodies.
• Experience of developing innovative, practice-based or industry-engaged learning.
• Experience of supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
• Experience contributing to professional accreditation, quality assurance or external review.

Further Information

This is an opportunity to join a School experiencing significant growth and investment and to play a leading role in shaping the future of Real Estate education at Birmingham City University.

Our programmes connect academic rigour with professional practice, encouraging students to critically examine the forces shaping property, land and investment and to understand not only how the sector operates, but why its decisions matter and who they affect.

Through research-informed teaching, professional engagement and applied learning, we aim to develop property professionals who can respond intelligently and ethically to the challenges facing the built environment — from housing and affordability to sustainability, investment, development and the changing nature of cities.

You will join colleagues committed to transforming the lives of our students and contributing positively to Birmingham and beyond.

If you are excited by the opportunity to provide academic and professional leadership and help shape the future of Real Estate at Birmingham City University, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Peter Baldwin, Head of Department, at peter.baldwin@bcu.ac.uk. 

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Why work for us

• Academic and professional leadership – The opportunity to shape Real Estate education, research and external engagement within a growing School.
• Career development – Opportunities to develop your academic, professional and leadership profile.
• Research and knowledge exchange – Support for research, scholarship, consultancy and industry collaboration.
• Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent). 
• Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits. 
• Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs. 

Visa Sponsorship 

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, subject to meeting the relevant criteria. For further information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Closing Date: 01 Oct 2026

Department: Academic

Salary: £62,364 to £70,564 per annum
Permanent

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.

Role Summary

We are seeking an Initial Teacher Training (ITT) Compliance Manager to join the School of Law and Social Sciences, leading the School’s regulatory compliance and monitoring activities for its ITT provision.

In this role, you will manage compliance processes and ensure adherence to Department for Education (DfE) ITT Quality Requirements and the Ofsted inspection framework. You will work closely with Professional Services, Academic Leads, Course Leads, Lead Mentors and School-based Partners to support high standards of regulatory compliance and successful outcomes for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) across the University’s ITT courses.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Requirements

Desirable Requirements

Further Information

If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of School of Law and Social Sciences, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Yvonne Allen at Yvonne.Allen@bcu.ac.uk

Why not explore our campuses using our interactive map: Interactive Map | Birmingham City University

The appointed candidate will normally be employed through our subsidiary company, BCU Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Birmingham City University. Appointees with prior LGPS membership who wish to re-enter the scheme may do so and will be employed directly by the University.

Why work for us

Closing Date: 13 Sep 2026

Department: Management

Salary: £45,235 to £51,182 per annum
Permanent

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff. 

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities. 

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential. 

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond. 

Role Summary
Birmingham City University is a large and diverse institution in the heart of the city. We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Fellow to join our Knowledge to Care research group. The role will suit a post doctoral researcher looking to expand their career in health research. The role would be of particular interest to anyone interested in implementation or improvement science or knowledge mobilisation who has experience of mixed methods or qualitative research approaches. 

This is a fixed term contract for 30 months. 

You will be responsible for ensuring the timely execution of delegated research tasks according to the research protocol. You will work within, and with the support of a multidisciplinary, multi-organisation team and be involved with rapid reviews, working with healthcare practitioners, women and families to further develop a care bundle and implementation strategies. Once implemented, you will be involved in collecting and analysing data to evaluate the care bundle in practice. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate some elements of the study
• Contribute to application for research ethics approval 
• Support the recruitment of participants
• Carry out fieldwork including qualitative interviews, focus groups and observations of practice
• Conduct data analysis 
• Keep robust research records and store data in accordance with law and policy
• Produce high quality journal papers

Essential Requirements

• Post doctoral researcher with some health research experience
• Strong communication skills and have the ability to work within a team consisting of divers professional groups and disciplines
• An interest in implementation science and a willingness to develop relevant knowledge and skills 
• Strong qualitative research knowledge skills 
• Experience of or is willing to lean realist and mixed methods approaches 
• Ability to write and publish quality research journal articles
• Good presentation skills 
• An understanding of patient and public involvement and engagement

Further Information

For further information about the role, please contact Professor Judith Dyson Judith.Dyson@bcu.ac.uk 

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Why work for us

• Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent). 
• Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career. 
• Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits. 
• Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs. 
• Specialist environment - access to the facilities, technical expertise and professional networks of the School of Jewellery and the wider University.

Closing Date: 18 Sep 2026

Department: Academic

Salary: £44,131 to £51,182 per annum
Fixed Term - 12 Months

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.

Role Summary

We are seeking Programme Administrators to join our Student and Programme Administration Team on a 12-month fixed term contract, and 18-month fixed term contract maternity cover, supporting the delivery of high-quality services across the University.

In this role, you will be supporting the administration of academic programmes in line with agreed university regulations, policies, and service standards, ensuring programmes adhere to institutional strategy. Key responsibilities include providing high quality, efficient and effective administrative support for students with responsibility for a wide range of course administration duties, sharing responsibility for efficient and seamless delivery of student services across the School.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support across the academic lifecycle, in line with regulations, policies and service standards.
• Maintain accurate student and programme records using university systems, ensuring compliance with institutional requirements.
• Respond professionally and promptly to enquiries from students, academic staff and other colleagues.
• Prepare and process assessment data, including marks entry, exam board preparation, and communication of results.
• Support the administration of programme changes, withdrawals, interruptions, and transfers.
• Provide administrative support for programme-related meetings, including minute-taking and preparation of documentation.
• Contribute to the implementation of standardised processes across programmes, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with other administrators across the institution to share knowledge and best practice.
• Assist with the collection and processing of student engagement and attendance data.
• Support key university events such as enrolment, graduation and open days, and clearing as required.

Essential Requirements

• Experience of working in a busy administrative role.
• Skills in organising and prioritising workloads effectively to meet deadlines.
• Experience of using digital systems to manage data and records.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience of responding to enquiries in a professional manner.
• A commitment to delivering excellent service to students and staff.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working in higher or further education.
• Familiarity with student records systems or virtual learning environments.
• Understanding of key stages in the student lifecycle.

Further Information

If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of Student and Programme Administration, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Nina Amos at nina.amos@bcu.ac.uk.

Interviews for this role are scheduled to take place on 21 September 2026.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Candidates who have been unsuccessful for the same role within the last six months may not normally be reconsidered. We encourage applicants to reapply when they have gained additional skills, qualifications, or experience relevant to the role.

Why not explore our campuses using our interactive map: Interactive Map | Birmingham City University

Why work for us

• Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent).
• Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.
• Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits.
• Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs.

Visa Sponsorship 

This role does not meet the minimum salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. We are therefore unable to consider applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Closing Date: 08 Sep 2026

Department: Admin/Support Service

Salary: £28,995 to £32,006 per annum
12-month fixed term contract, and 18-month fixed term contract maternity cover

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.

Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.

Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.

By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.

Role Summary

We are looking to recruit 2 full-time Lecturers in Mental Health nursing to support a range of teaching and learning activities across all our pre-registration nursing courses. We are advertising x1 permanent post and x1, 1-year fixed term contract. You must be an experienced mental health nurse, highly motivated and well organised, with excellent communication skills. You will be joining our future-focused, innovative, and creative team. We are motivated by the student experience of learning and teaching, and by student success and are proud to be educating the nurses of the future.

You must hold active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a Registered Mental Health Nurse. Previous experience of teaching is desirable; however, we are also keen to support people making a move from clinical practice to nurse education.

The university offers academic and professional development, including support to gain a post -graduate teaching qualification if required. You will be supported to follow your interests, to bring your clinical experience and creativity to the development of inclusive and engaging teaching approaches, and to work collaboratively with students and stakeholders. We have a proven track record of student satisfaction in teaching and learning, and we are keen to become national leaders in the delivery of undergraduate education for Mental Health Nurses.

Further Information

If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of the Department of Mental Health and Learning Disability Nursing, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rob Mapp, Deputy Head of Department, Mental Health and Learning Disability Nursing, at robert.mapp@bcu.ac.uk

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The appointed candidate will normally be employed through our subsidiary company, BCU Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Birmingham City University. Appointees with prior LGPS membership who wish to re-enter the scheme may do so and will be employed directly by the University.

Why work for us

Closing Date: 14 Sep 2026

Department: Academic

Salary: £44,131 to £51,182 per annum
Full Time - 1 x Permanent & 1 x 1-Year Fixed Term

We are seeking to recruit a pool of Visiting Lecturers who can contribute to our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes across our academic Schools.

The School of Architecture, Built Environment, Computing and Engineering brings together applied disciplines across Architecture, the Built Environment, Computer Science and Engineering, working closely with industry to ensure our teaching reflects real-world practice. 

Join our Visiting Lecturer Pool for our School of Architecture, Built Environment, Computing, and Engineering - Department of Computer Science

Within the Department of Computer Science, we deliver practice led courses in areas such as:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Cyber Security
• Software Engineering
• Games Development
• Cloud Computing
• Data Science

Students learn in industry standard environments, including specialist labs in Millennium Point and the £70 million STEAMhouse facility, both designed to support technical innovation and collaborative problem solving. Our strong partnerships with organisations such as Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, Cisco, Juniper and TIGA help ensure our curriculum remains aligned with current technologies and professional expectations.

We welcome Visiting Lecturers who can bring technical subject expertise, experience with industry standard tools and applied computing or engineering practice to help prepare graduates for the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Candidates must upload a current CV and provide two supporting statements. It is essential that applicants address the following:

• areas of expertise
• teaching and/or relevant professional experience

By applying to this vacancy, you will be joining our Visiting Lecturer recruitment pool. Visiting Lecturer roles are part-time, fixed-term positions, with hours agreed between you and the academic schools as required. Posts are paid hourly, with rates varying according to the nature of the work.

When teaching opportunities arise that match your skills and experience, the academic schools will contact you directly to discuss them. Please note that contact is not guaranteed.

The recruitment pool is refreshed annually. You will be invited to resubmit your details if you wish to remain in the pool for the following year. If you do not respond, your information will be deleted in line with our Data Protection Policy 

Further Information

Applicants are welcome to contact Matthew Randall at Mathew.Randall@bcu.ac.uk with any queries about the post.

Why not explore our campuses using our interactive map: Interactive Map | Birmingham City University

Closing Date: 29 Jul 2026

Department: Academic - Visiting Lecturers

Salary: Competitive Hourly Rates
The hourly rate for this role varies depending on the nature and level of teaching assigned. Specific rates will be confirmed when work is allocated.

We are seeking to recruit a pool of Visiting Lecturers who can contribute to our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes across our academic Schools. 

Join our Visiting Lecturer Pool for our School of Architecture, Built Environment, Computing, and Engineering - Department of Architecture and Built Environment

The Department of Architecture and the Built Environment delivers a practice-led portfolio shaped by the needs of the contemporary architecture, construction, design and development sectors. Formed through the convergence of the Birmingham School of Architecture and Design and the College of the Built Environment, the Department represents more than a structural change—it is a bold re-founding of architectural and built environment education.

Our vision is to create a Place of Praxis, where spatial, technical and environmental design are understood as forms of agency. We believe the built environment is never neutral: every drawing, detail, material choice, policy and proposal has ethical, social and environmental consequences. Through teaching that connects research, professional practice and critical inquiry, we encourage students to see design as an instrument for positive social and environmental transformation.

Our courses span:

• Architecture 
• Architectural Technology 
• Building Surveying 
• Construction Management 
• Quantity Surveying 
• Property Development 

Students learn in specialist studio spaces, digital design environments and technical workshops, supported by industry-standard software, modelling technologies and facilities across Millennium Point and our city-centre campus. Strong partnerships with architectural practices, construction firms, surveying consultancies and professional bodies ensure our teaching reflects contemporary industry expectations, evolving regulatory frameworks and sustainable design priorities.

We welcome Visiting Lecturers who can bring current professional expertise, sector insight and practice-informed teaching to our programmes. As part of a forward-looking academic community, you will contribute to teaching that combines technical excellence with critical design thinking, preparing students to engage ethically, creatively and confidently with the evolving built environment professions.

We value intellectually rigorous learning, meaningful engagement with professional practice and an inclusive educational culture that supports student wellbeing alongside academic achievement. Visiting Lecturers play an important role in helping students develop the knowledge, skills and critical perspectives needed to shape a more equitable, sustainable and imaginative built environment.

Person Specification

You will demonstrate:

• Current professional expertise and experience relevant to your discipline. 
• The ability to deliver engaging, practice-informed teaching that connects academic learning with contemporary professional practice. 
• A commitment to fostering intellectually challenging, inclusive and supportive learning environments. 
• Considered and fair student support, recognising that academic quality is strengthened by a respectful, supportive and professional studio culture. 
• An understanding of the ethical, social and environmental responsibilities of the built environment professions and a commitment to preparing students for thoughtful, responsible practice.

Join us in shaping the future talent, where expertise, ambition and opportunity come together. 

Candidates must upload a current CV and provide two supporting statements. It is essential that applicants address the following: 

• areas of expertise
• teaching and/or relevant professional experience

By applying to this vacancy, you will be joining our Visiting Lecturer recruitment pool. Visiting Lecturer roles are part‑time, fixed‑term positions, with hours agreed between you and the academic schools as required. Posts are paid hourly, with rates varying according to the nature of the work. 

When teaching opportunities arise that match your skills and experience, the academic schools will contact you directly to discuss them. Please note that contact is not guaranteed. 

The recruitment pool is refreshed annually. You will be invited to resubmit your details if you wish to remain in the pool for the following year. If you do not respond, your information will be deleted in line with our Data Protection Policy  

Further Information

Applicants are welcome to contact Peter Baldwin at peter.baldwin@bcu.ac.uk or Paul Laylock at Paul.Laycock@bcu.ac.uk with any queries about the post.

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Closing Date: 17 Jul 2026

Department: Academic - Visiting Lecturers

Salary: Competitive Hourly Rates
The hourly rate for this role varies depending on the nature and level of teaching assigned. Specific rates will be confirmed when work is allocated.

We are seeking to recruit a pool of Visiting Lecturers who can contribute to our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes across our academic Schools. 

Join our Visiting Lecturer Pool for our Business School in the Department of Accountancy, Finance and Economics

As a Visiting Lecturer, you will contribute to a creative, forward-thinking environment where employability, industry engagement and entrepreneurial skills are embedded at the heart of our curriculum.

We are deeply committed to an inclusive and supportive learning community. Our ethos centres on recognising every learner’s individuality and nurturing their personal development. We welcome lecturers who share our passion for empowering students of all backgrounds to discover their strengths, refine their craft and achieve their full potential.

Join us in shaping the future talent, where expertise, ambition and opportunity come together. 

Candidates must upload a current CV and provide two supporting statements. It is essential that applicants address the following: 

• areas of expertise
• teaching and/or relevant professional experience

By applying to this vacancy, you will be joining our Visiting Lecturer recruitment pool. Visiting Lecturer roles are part‑time, fixed‑term positions, with hours agreed between you and the academic schools as required. Posts are paid hourly, with rates varying according to the nature of the work. 

When teaching opportunities arise that match your skills and experience, the academic schools will contact you directly to discuss them. Please note that contact is not guaranteed. 

The recruitment pool is refreshed annually. You will be invited to resubmit your details if you wish to remain in the pool for the following year. If you do not respond, your information will be deleted in line with our Data Protection Policy  

Closing Date: 03 Jun 2026

Department: Academic - Visiting Lecturers

Salary: Competitive Hourly Rates
The hourly rate for this role varies depending on the nature and level of teaching assigned. Specific rates will be confirmed when work is allocated.

We are seeking to recruit a pool of Visiting Lecturers who can contribute to our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes across our academic Schools. 

Join our Visiting Lecturer Pool at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire - Music

Located in the vibrant and culturally rich city of Birmingham, Royal Birmingham Conservatoire offers an inspiring portfolio of Music and Acting programmes across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, alongside our renowned Junior Conservatoire for talented young musicians — all housed within our state-of-the-art £57 million facilities. 

As a Visiting Lecturer, you will contribute to a creative, forward-thinking environment where employability, industry engagement and entrepreneurial skills are embedded at the heart of our curriculum. You will play a key role in equipping the next generation of performers, practitioners and creators with the confidence and expertise to build successful, sustainable careers. An intending Principal Study tutor at RBC will usually be professionally active in the domains of Music and/or Theatre, with an established or growing international reputation in their field as a performer, practitioner and/or creative artist.  

We are deeply committed to an inclusive and supportive learning community. Our ethos centres on recognising every learner’s individuality and nurturing their artistic and personal development. We welcome lecturers who share our passion for empowering students of all backgrounds to discover their strengths, refine their craft and achieve their full potential.

Join us in shaping the future of creative talent, where expertise, ambition and opportunity come together. 

Candidates must upload a current CV and provide two supporting statements. It is essential that applicants address the following: 

• areas of expertise
• teaching and/or relevant professional experience

By applying to this vacancy, you will be joining our Visiting Lecturer recruitment pool. Visiting Lecturer roles are part‑time, fixed‑term positions, with hours agreed between you and the academic schools as required. Posts are paid hourly, with rates varying according to the nature of the work. 

When teaching opportunities arise that match your skills and experience, the academic schools will contact you directly to discuss them. Please note that contact is not guaranteed. 

The recruitment pool is refreshed annually. You will be invited to resubmit your details if you wish to remain in the pool for the following year. If you do not respond, your information will be deleted in line with our Data Protection Policy  

Informal enquiries about this opportunity are welcome and should be directed to conservatoire.vpoffice@bcu.ac.uk. 

Closing Date: 13 Feb 2026

Department: Academic - Visiting Lecturers

Salary: Competitive Hourly Rates
The hourly rate for this role varies depending on the nature and level of teaching assigned. Specific rates will be confirmed when work is allocated.

We are seeking to recruit a pool of Visiting Lecturers who can contribute to our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes across our academic Schools. 

Join our Visiting Lecturer Pool at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire - Acting

Located in the vibrant and culturally rich city of Birmingham, Royal Birmingham Conservatoire offers an inspiring portfolio of Music and Acting programmes across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, alongside our renowned Junior Conservatoire for talented young musicians — all housed within our state-of-the-art £57 million facilities. 

As a Visiting Lecturer, you will contribute to a creative, forward-thinking environment where employability, industry engagement and entrepreneurial skills are embedded at the heart of our curriculum. You will play a key role in equipping the next generation of performers, practitioners and creators with the confidence and expertise to build successful, sustainable careers. An intending Principal Study tutor at RBC will usually be professionally active in the domains of Music and/or Theatre, with an established or growing international reputation in their field as a performer, practitioner and/or creative artist.  

We are deeply committed to an inclusive and supportive learning community. Our ethos centres on recognising every learner’s individuality and nurturing their artistic and personal development. We welcome lecturers who share our passion for empowering students of all backgrounds to discover their strengths, refine their craft and achieve their full potential.

Join us in shaping the future of creative talent, where expertise, ambition and opportunity come together. 

Candidates must upload a current CV and provide two supporting statements. It is essential that applicants address the following: 

• areas of expertise
• teaching and/or relevant professional experience

By applying to this vacancy, you will be joining our Visiting Lecturer recruitment pool. Visiting Lecturer roles are part‑time, fixed‑term positions, with hours agreed between you and the academic schools as required. Posts are paid hourly, with rates varying according to the nature of the work. 

When teaching opportunities arise that match your skills and experience, the academic schools will contact you directly to discuss them. Please note that contact is not guaranteed. 

The recruitment pool is refreshed annually. You will be invited to resubmit your details if you wish to remain in the pool for the following year. If you do not respond, your information will be deleted in line with our Data Protection Policy  

Informal enquiries about this opportunity are welcome and should be directed to conservatoire.vpoffice@bcu.ac.uk. 

Closing Date: 13 Feb 2026

Department: Academic - Visiting Lecturers

Salary: Competitive Hourly Rates
The hourly rate for this role varies depending on the nature and level of teaching assigned. Specific rates will be confirmed when work is allocated.