Lecturer in Project Management

The Post

The University of Stirling seeks to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Lecturer in Project Management to contribute to the development and delivery of a new postgraduate Project Management programme launching in academic year 2026/27.

This is a three-year fixed-term appointment at Grade 7 or Grade 8 and is offered on the Teaching & Research pathway.

The post is based within Stirling Business School. The successful candidate will play a central role in shaping the design, content and delivery of a new MSc Project Management programme, contributing to curriculum development, module leadership, and teaching across a range of core areas.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can bring expertise in the quantitative and operational dimensions of project management. This may include areas such as project planning and control, risk analysis, decision-making under uncertainty, data analysis for project performance, or the application of digital tools and techniques in project environments. The ability to translate analytical and technical content into applied, accessible teaching for a diverse postgraduate student cohort will be essential.

The post-holder will contribute to teaching across postgraduate and undergraduate provision, including the design and delivery of modules, creation of teaching case studies, facilitation of experiential learning, and assessment of student work. They will also contribute to wider programme development activities, including assurance of learning, accreditation alignment, and continuous enhancement of the student experience.

The MSc Project Management programme is expected to develop an international dimension over time, including the potential for delivery in partnership with overseas institutions. The successful candidate will therefore be expected to demonstrate a willingness to contribute to international teaching activity, including short periods of travel where required.

There is an expectation of staff appointed on a Teaching and Research contract to develop and sustain a programme of research activity aligned with the school's priorities, including the production of high-quality outputs and engagement with external partners where appropriate.

The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across the Stirling Business School and wider University to support the successful launch and growth of the new programme. They will be supported within a collegiate and collaborative environment, with opportunities for mentoring, professional development, and engagement with industry and external stakeholders. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to the development of a distinctive postgraduate Project Management provision with a strong applied and analytical focus.

Description of Duties Grade 7

• Engage in individual and collaborative research, which aligns to the strategic direction of the University, develop a programme of research and disseminate results through regular publication in high impact journals, books and conference proceedings
• Identify appropriate sources of funding, prepare research proposals for funding bodies and manage grants awarded
• Supervise research students as required, providing direction, support and guidance
• Design and deliver a range of teaching and learning, supervision and assessment activities across undergraduate, postgraduate including online/digital programmes where required
• Participate in the Faculty's international engagement activities as required e.g delivering teaching, contributing to joint programmes and recruitment of students
• Participate in, and develop, networks and collaborations both internally and externally to the Division/Faculty/University
• Participate in the administrative processes of the Division/Faculty/University including committee membership, quality assurance procedures and recruitment and admission of students
• Any other duties, commensurate with the grade of the post

Grade 8

• Engage in individual and collaborative research, which aligns to the strategic direction of the University, establish a distinctive programme of research and disseminate results through regular publication in high impact journals, books and conference proceedings
• Identify appropriate sources of funding, prepare research proposals for funding bodies and manage grants awarded
• Supervise research students and staff as required, providing direction, support and guidance
• Design, teach and assess a range of teaching and learning, supervision and assessment activities across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes including online/digital programmes where required
• Contribute to curriculum review and enhancement, in a manner that supports a research-led approach to student learning
• Participate in the Faculty's international engagement activities as required e.g delivering teaching, contributing to joint programmes and recruitment of students
• Participate in, and develop, networks and collaborations both internally and externally to the Division/Faculty/University
• Participate in the administrative processes of the Division/Faculty/University including committee membership, quality assurance procedures and recruitment and admission of students
• Any other duties, commensurate with the grade of the post