Lecturer in Digital Media and Communications

Lecturer in Applied Linguistics and Digital Media

The University of Reading is seeking to appoint a full‑time, permanent Lecturer in Applied Linguistics and Digital Media to join the Department of English Language and Applied Linguistics.

Salary: £47,389 - £58,225 per annum (1.0 FTE).

Contract:

Full‑time, Permanent.

Hours:

35 hours per week. Category:
Academic and Research. Date posted: 05/05/2026. Reference: SRF
53525.

By reference to the SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

Interviews will be held on 1st July 2026. The interview will include a teaching and research presentation before the interview slot.

• Proven ability to produce research publications in high‑quality international journals
• Experience teaching Digital Media and Communication, and Applied Linguistics and/or TESOL at BA and/or MA levels
• Research experience in digital media and communication, focusing on communicative and pedagogical applications of emerging technologies, including Generative AI
• Experience supervising dissertations or equivalent research projects at BA and/or MA levels
• Proven ability to apply for and attract research funding

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job‑share, part‑time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Prof Sylvia Jaworska
Head of Department of English Language and Applied Linguistics
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Prof Rodney Jones
Professor of Sociolinguistics
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