Location: Leeds - Main Campus
Contract type: Fixed Term (until 31st of December 2025 because there is a need for temporary
Do you have an interest in promoting the use of digital tools and methodologies for research and partnership working? Do you have a track record of supporting researchers to engage with digital innovations in a rapidly changing environment? Are you looking for a position where you can support the strategic development of digital infrastructure? Do you have an interest in supporting the development of academic projects in the arts and humanities?
The Digital Creativity and Cultures Hub (DCCH) is a joint venture between the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures, and University of Leeds Libraries. Based in the Brotherton Library, it offers support, training, and facilities for academic and professional services staff to develop innovative research and engagement related to digital methods and outputs. DCCH works with academic staff to develop research projects and external partnerships in the digital sector and provides support for research-related activities. As well as offering bespoke support to individuals and supporting groups of researchers to respond to external funding schemes and calls, DCCH delivers training and development in digital skills, with a focus on the needs of arts and humanities researchers. Working with the Academic Lead for DCCH, you will be part of the Leeds Arts and Humanities Research Institute (LAHRI), and work closely with academic and professional services colleagues to provide digital support and training for researchers. The DCCH Digital Development Manager will play a key role in advancing and implementing the University’s Digital Transformation Strategy, and providing specialist advice, especially in digital humanities.
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have please contact:
Simon Popple, Senior Lecturer
S.E.Popple@leeds.ac.uk
What we offer in return
- 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
- Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
- Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
- Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
- Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!
£39,105 to £46,485 per annum (Grade 7)
