If you have a record of achievement that demonstrates the commitment, aptitude and enthusiasm to contribute to our global learning community through excellent teaching, scholarship, research and innovation, along with a shared passion for our values and vision, we look forward to receiving your application. We are particularly keen to hear from, and to support, applicants who will help develop our research standing and who will enhance the diversity of our university, our community and our partnerships.

Principal duties and responsibilities

Graphic Design at Cardiff Metropolitan University is characterised by a culture of experimentation, originality, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The programme encourages students to develop an individual creative identity through professional design processes that balances conceptual thinking, material exploration, technological innovation and commercial awareness. The postholder will inspire students to take creative risks, engage critically with contemporary graphic design challenges, and explore the social, cultural, ethical and environmental dimensions of graphic design practice. 

The post holder will be required to teach across Graphic Design delivery with an emphasis on Social Design, Typography and Information Design, Creative entrepreneurship theory and practice.

The post holder will contribute to collaborative interdisciplinary projects in research, innovation and teaching. As part of Cardiff School of Art and Design’s unique interdisciplinary curriculum, they will contribute to other subjects as appropriate at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as cross-school modules at all levels. They will become part of a vibrant teaching and research culture, embedding their expertise into the curriculum, engaging with colleagues, and developing research outputs or impact relevant to their subject expertise and research specialisms.

Enthusiastic about student-centred pedagogy, you will contribute to education delivery, including programme management as required, across the range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You will also make a significant contribution to employability, and professional engagement with relevant internal and external organisations, at a regional, national and international level.

You will be expected to contribute to the School’s research and innovation  profile.

What we are looking for

• A good level of knowledge relevant to the subject and professional area.
• A sound understanding of pedagogy.
• A sound understanding of research/innovation and scholarly activity.
• Expertise in Typography and Information Design.
• Expertise in Creative entrepreneurship theory and practice.Ability to develop teaching and/or research programmes and the provision of learning support.
• Ability to design teaching and learning material.
• Ability to employ appropriate assessment methods.
• Ability to identify areas for improvement and to use initiative and problem- solving skills to improve performance.
• Ability to communicate and disseminate complex and conceptual ideas in a variety of ways – presentations at conferences, reports on findings, publications, feedback etc.
• Experience of teaching or equivalent.
• Experience of providing academic leadership and first line support/mentoring for other colleagues.
• A good honours degree.
• Ability to achieve Fellow Status as part of the Higher Education Academy’s Professional Recognition scheme, within agreed timescales (as soon as is practicably possible and definitely within three years of commencement of employment).

You will be an enthusiastic and friendly professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a commitment to providing an excellent student experience. An established or promising research profile and very good teaching experience on relevant programmes is essential.

To be successful you will further enrich our students’ experience through your expertise and subject knowledge as evidenced through your qualifications and experience.

Contact Us

If you would like to talk with us about this opportunity please contact Sarah Smith, Head of Department, at smsmith@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 13 Aug 2026

School/Unit: Academic

Salary: £46,049 to £51,753 per annum pro rata
Fixed term contract until 31/07/2027

The technical team, and the workshops, studios and resources they manage are key to CSAD’s student experience. The technical team manages CSAD’s technical provision, deploying the School’s equipment and space in a system that ensures fairness and enhances safety, whilst promoting creativity, student-centred learning and initiative.

You will have a broad, practical knowledge of electronics and PCB design as well as an ability to program electronics using systems such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi and ESP32. 

You’ll lead the way by:

• Supervising creative processes and practices to facilitate student learning.
• Demonstrating techniques and processes. 
• Coordinating requirements and purchasing materials and equipment. 
• Developing own skills and knowledge to support the student experience. 
• Ensuring safe practice through implementation of the School’s Health and Safety policy.

What you’ll bring 

• Demonstrable technical / specialist skills in a relevant discipline.
• Ability to deliver workshop activities in virtual as well as physical spaces.
• Clear communication skills – You can explain technical concepts clearly and concisely to support students and colleagues.
• Team-oriented approach – You work well with others, meet deadlines, and contribute to shared goals.
• Ability to solve technical problems creatively. 
• Ability to apply knowledge of relevant health and safety issues.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us 

For more information about the role please contact Charlie Bull, Resources Manager on cbull@cardiffmet.ac.uk or feel free to contact, Aleksandra Janusiewicz, the Recruitment Advisor supporting this vacancy on ajanusiewicz2@cardiffmet.ac.uk.  

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 13 Aug 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £39,906 to £44,746 per annum pro rata
Term time only (working pattern 18.5 hours/week over 39 weeks/year)

The technical team, and the workshops, studios and resources they manage are key to CSAD’s student experience. The technical team manages CSAD’s technical provision, deploying the School’s equipment and space in a system that ensures fairness and enhances safety, whilst promoting creativity, student-centred learning and initiative.

You will have a sound knowledge of traditional and contemporary fabric printing techniques as well as a thorough knowledge of digital design and production techniques including the use of Photoshop® and Illustrator®.

You’ll lead the way by:

• Supervising creative processes and practices to facilitate student learning.
• Demonstrating techniques and processes. 
• Coordinating requirements and purchasing materials and equipment. 
• Developing own skills and knowledge to support the student experience. 
• Ensuring safe practice through implementation of the School’s Health and Safety policy.

What you’ll bring

• Demonstrable technical / specialist skills in a relevant discipline.
• Ability to deliver workshop activities in virtual as well as physical spaces.
• Clear communication skills – You can explain technical concepts clearly and concisely to support students and colleagues.
• Team-oriented approach – You work well with others, meet deadlines, and contribute to shared goals.
• Commitment to safety – You understand and apply health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment, and will be willing to undertake training and development to implement best practice.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us  

For more information about the role please contact Charlie Bull, Resources Manager on cbull@cardiffmet.ac.uk or feel free to contact, Aleksandra Janusiewicz, the Recruitment Advisor supporting this vacancy on ajanusiewicz2@cardiffmet.ac.uk.  

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 13 Aug 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £39,906 to £44,746 per annum
Fixed term contract until 30/06/2027

If you have a record of achievement that demonstrates the commitment, aptitude and enthusiasm to contribute to our global learning community through excellent teaching, scholarship, research and innovation, along with a shared passion for our values and vision, we look forward to receiving your application. We are particularly keen to hear from, and to support, applicants who will help develop our research standing and who will enhance the diversity of our university, our community and our partnerships.

Principal duties and responsibilities

Fashion Design at Cardiff Met is characterised by a culture of experimentation, originality and interdisciplinary collaboration. The programme encourages students to develop an individual creative identity through professional design processes that balances conceptual thinking, material exploration, technological innovation and commercial awareness. The postholder will inspire students to take creative risks, engage critically with contemporary fashion challenges, and explore the social, cultural, ethical and environmental dimensions of fashion practice. 

The post holder will be required to teach across Fashion Design with an emphasis on digital design, CAD software and 3D modelling. The post holder will contribute to collaborative interdisciplinary projects in research, innovation and teaching. As part of Cardiff School of Art and Design’s unique interdisciplinary curriculum, they will contribute to other subjects as appropriate at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as cross-school modules at all levels. They will become part of a vibrant teaching and research culture, embedding their expertise into the curriculum, engaging with colleagues, and developing research outputs or impact relevant to their subject expertise and research specialisms.

Enthusiastic about student-centred pedagogy, you will contribute to education delivery, including programme management as required, across the range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You will also make a significant contribution to employability, and professional engagement with relevant internal and external organisations, at a regional, national and international level.

You will be expected to contribute to the research profile of the department and to meet the qualitative and quantitative requirements for submission to the next Research Excellence Framework.

What we are looking for

• A good level of knowledge relevant to the subject and professional area.
• A sound understanding of pedagogy.
• A sound understanding of research/innovation and scholarly activity.
• Knowledge of the contemporary fashion industry.
• Industry expertise in pattern cutting 3D garment development.
• Knowledge of sustainability and environmental issues in the fashion industry.
• Evidence of Digital Design skills in CAD software and 3D modelling.
• Ability to develop teaching and/or research programmes and the provision of learning support.
• Ability to design teaching and learning material.
• Ability to employ appropriate assessment methods.
• Ability to identify areas for improvement and to use initiative and problem- solving skills to improve performance.
• Ability to communicate and disseminate complex and conceptual ideas in a variety of ways – presentations at conferences, reports on findings, publications, feedback etc.
• Experience of teaching or equivalent.
• Experience of providing academic leadership and first line support/mentoring for other colleagues.
• A good honours degree.
• An earned doctoral level qualification or equivalent experience to enable submission to UK HE research assessment exercises. 
• Ability to achieve Fellow Status as part of the Higher Education Academy’s Professional Recognition scheme, within agreed timescales (as soon as is practicably possible and definitely within three years of commencement of employment).

You will be an enthusiastic and friendly professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a commitment to providing an excellent student experience. An established or promising research profile and very good teaching experience on relevant programmes is essential.

To be successful you will further enrich our students’ experience through your expertise and subject knowledge as evidenced through your qualifications and experience.

Contact us

If you would like to talk with us about this opportunity please contact Dr Clara Watkins, Head of Department, at cwatkins@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 12 Aug 2026

School/Unit: Academic

Salary: £46,049 to £51,753 per annum pro rata
Permanent