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.

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

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

Essential Criteria

Grade 7

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant discipline or close to successful completion

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Evidence of a developing publication record
• Credible plans for the active pursuit of external research funding

Grade 8

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant discipline

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Established track record of high quality published research
• A record of involvement in applications for external funding for research and/or knowledge transfer