Associate Lecturer Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media (0.4 FTE)

Overview

The UCL History of Art department is seeking a part-time Associate Lecturer to join the MSc Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media programme. This fixed-term appointment is offered at 0.4 FTE, requiring two days per week, and covers a period of research leave from 1 January to 30 April 2027 during the second term of the academic year. The position is based at UCL East in Stratford, with the work arrangement operating on a hybrid basis.

Requirements

Applicants must possess substantial professional experience and specialist expertise in the conservation of time-based media artworks, alongside a commitment to teaching and supporting students. Candidates should understand the practical, theoretical, and ethical challenges involved in conserving contemporary art, with relevant expertise potentially including video, film, software-based artworks, media installations, or other complex time-based works. Applications are welcome from practitioners working in museums, galleries, collections, conservation studios, or independent practice. While university teaching experience is desirable, it is not required.

What you get

The role provides a salary between £43,981 and £52,586 per annum. Benefits associated with the position include 41 days of leave, a final salary pension scheme, a cycle-to-work scheme, a season ticket loan, enhanced family leave, an employee assistance programme, and discounted medical insurance.

How to apply

Interested candidates must submit a CV and a covering letter. Interviews are anticipated to take place online via MS Teams during the week commencing 16 November 2026.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 8 November 2026 at 23:59 GMT. The contract runs from 1 January to 30 April 2027.