University of Surrey

Department of Dance, Film and Theatre Studies

Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences

Lecturer in Film Studies –Ref 7098

9 month Contract commencing Oct 2009

Salary up to £33,432 per annum

The Department of Dance Film and Theatre is seeking to appoint a temporary full time Lecturer in Film Studies to contribute to the delivery of BA programmes in Film Studies, Film Studies with Creative Writing and Media Studies. We are looking for a lively creative thinker with research interests in film as a creative/cultural industry. Their role will be critical in delivering key areas of the programme, teaching in their specialist subject and developing the student placement programme.

We are a developing discipline within the University of Surrey, building up strong creative links with colleagues in Dance, Theatre and Music. An interest in the relationship between film and performing arts and in documentary film would be an advantage.

Candidates should be excellent communicators, able to teach with knowledge of professional film practice, and able to contribute to the culture of an interdisciplinary arts department. 

The Department of Dance, Film and Theatre Studies at Surrey has an outstanding international reputation for its contribution to dance research and teaching. In 2008, we expanded to offer graduate and undergraduate programmes in Film Studies and Theatre Studies. These exciting developments included expansion of studio and production facilities on the campus as well as the merger with the Guildford School of Acting

Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Helen Hughes (h.hughes@surrey.ac.uk, 01483 686512).

For an application pack and to apply on line, please visit www.surrey.ac.uk/vacancies.   Alternatively please contact Louise Ellesley via email on [log in to unmask]  or by telephone on 01483 689646 quoting reference number 7098. To send an application, please email or post to Louise Ellesley, HR Assistant, Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7XH.

Closing date for applications: Friday 3^rd July 2009

Interview board to be held: Thursday 23^rd July 2009

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