Lecturer in Digital Humanities

Lecturer in Digital HumanitiesDepartment : Digital HumanitiesAbout us:The Department of Digital Humanities is a global leader in researching digital culture and society, and in exploring the use of advanced technology-related methods in humanities researchThe Department offers an undergraduate degree in Digital Media & Culture, which looks at how technological innovations are bringing about new challenges and opportunities in our societies. We offer a range of Postgraduate programmes, including in Big Data in Culture & Society, Digital Culture & Society and Digital Asset & Media Management, as well as our MA/PhD research degrees in Digital Humanities. We are also a leading and prestigious research department, ranked first in the UK (along with the Department of Culture, Media & Creative Industries) in the latest Research Excellence Framework. About the role:We are seeking to appoint a 1-year fixed-term Lecturer in Digital Humanities (AEP) to deliver a range of teaching across our UG program in Digital Media & Culture and our PGT programs in Digital Humanities and Digital Economies. They will be expected to cover teaching in several of the following areas: digital journalism, digital methods and data-driven approaches to media, digital economies, communication and cultural heritage. The post-holder may also be expected to deliver generic training modules on academic writing and dissertation methods. We welcome applicants with experience in any of these or related areas.In the role you will be responsible to the Head of Department of Digital Humanities. Key responsibilities of the role are to deliver high-quality education, to contribute to the future development of the department, and to participate in a supportive, collegiate culture. There will be opportunities to be responsible for aspects of departmental administration. Mentorship will be provided to enable the postholder to gain experience and develop professionally.At King’s, we are deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all our activities so that the university is an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work and study, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. King’s offers inclusive benefits to staff including flexible working, Enhanced Parental Leave, funds for Parents and Carers and the potential to join community staff networks.The start date for the post is expected to be October 2026.This is a full-time post, and you will be offered a 1-year fixed term contract.About you:To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteriaPhD qualified in relevant subject area. An in-depth understanding of critical digital media studies, digital economies and/or digital methods and data studies Experience and/or demonstrable understanding of designing and delivering teaching. Experience of effective supervision, assessment, marking, and provision of feedback for students at UG and PGT levels. Experience of providing personal and pastoral support for students. Experience of the development of innovative learning materials and pedagogic innovation in teaching.Desirable criteriaExperience supervising dissertation students and UG and PGT level. Experience teaching academic writing skills, methods and methodologies and/or experience with theoretical frameworks. Work experience relevant to the field. Demonstrable ability to teach modules through online delivery.Downloading a copy of our Job DescriptionFull details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.Further Information At King’s, we believe that the diversity of our community and a culture that is welcoming, open, inclusive and collaborative, are great strengths of the university.The Equality Act of 2010 protects the rights of our students and staff and provides a framework to fulfil our duties to eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and in addition, to advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations between those who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. At times, this will include balancing rights and beliefs that can feel in tension.We are committed to free speech and to academic freedom, believing that our foundational purpose as a university, is to create spaces where a wide range of ideas, including ideas that are controversial, can be discussed and debated, and where members of our community can express lawful views without fear of intimidation, harassment or discrimination.When engaging in the robust exchange of ideas, we ask that our community is mindful of our Dignity at King’s guidance.We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.Artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving rapidly, and we recognise its growing role in professional work. Applicants may use AI tools to support preparation of their application, for example to research the role or structure written responses. However, applications must reflect the applicant’s own work and experience. AI tools should not be used during interviews or assessment activities unless this has been agreed in advance as a reasonable adjustment. Further guidance on the use of AI in recruitment can be found here.We reserve the right to close adverts early due to the volume of applications we receive. While the closing date may change, all adverts will close at 23:59 to allow sufficient time for applications to be submitted on that day.We encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as once we have closed a vacancy you will be unable to submit your application.To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages.Interviews are due to be held early-mid-September.Grade and Salary : £45,031 - £47,379 per annum, Including London Weighting AllowanceJob ID : 155406Post Date : 14-Aug-2026Close Date : 28-Aug-2026Contact Person : Dr Alfie BownContact Details : Alfie.bown@kcl.ac.uk