Lecturer in Web Design & Advanced Web Design
Lecturer in Web Design & Advanced Web Design
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Job Title: Lecturer in Web Design & Advanced Web Design
Reporting to: Academic: Faculty Head / Programme Directors
Administration: Faculty Administrator
Location:
Griffith College Dublin South Circular Road
Hours of work: As per course requirements additional hours as may be required in line with the needs of the service.
Job Summary:
Applications are invited for a part time lecturing role in the Faculty of Design. The modules are 5 ECTS credit modules from the Faculty of Designs BA programmes (Level 7) & (Level 8) in Graphic Communication Design in semester one (12 teaching weeks).
We are looking for a lecturer who is enthusiastic and passionate. We are looking for someone who not only has expertise in graphic design and a passion for web design but also has a strong desire to share their knowledge with future designers.
PURPOSE:
The primary focus of this post will be to play an active role in the academic direction of your module including teaching assessment and administration.
Website:
For more information on the Faculty of Design see
Advertising Date: Tuesday 1st July 2025
Closing Date: Monday 11th August 2025
Interview Date: Monday 18th August 2025
Required Qualifications
Candidates will be expected to have a Level 9 Qualification or equivalent in Web Design or Visual Communications or in a cognate design discipline; proven teaching excellence and ability to support curriculum development; demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills; excellent interpersonal skills; and the ability to build relations and to work collaboratively. Proficiency in Figma Web flow Miro Adobe Creative CC particularly Photoshop Illustrator. Excellent English and presentation skills are necessary. Candidates must have professional design experience preferably in an agency in-house design or freelance capacity.
Membership of a Professional body and any record of research scholarship and publications are an advantage.
Successful applicants should have the following attributes:
- Recent proven teaching excellence an ability to support curriculum development and excellent communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relations and to work collaboratively.
- A keen interest in the subject a broad knowledge of the topic and experience in digital design wed design with a broad knowledge of the topics and experience in commercial design projects.
- Up to date with innovation related to the topic.
- To design develop and produce learning and teaching material and deliver the module.
- Lecturers will ensure the efficient and effective delivery of teaching programmes in accordance with the College strategy policy and procedures contribute to activities which influence leading edge practice and may also undertake research activity.
- Have experience of working in a positive flexible manner.
- Have experience of openly exchanging information and supporting colleagues.
- Have an understanding and be able to demonstrate a commitment to Equal Opportunities and Diversity.
Web Design (Semester 1 Level 7 Level 8 5 ECTS) Descriptor:
This module equips learners with the skills to achieve creative design solutions by formulating a problem-solving approach and to successfully represent their vision through basic code. A strong foundation in the Principals of Web Design Learners work through project briefs which introduce various stages of design and development. Studio practice/Lab using Web flow and Figma.
This module explores the web as a channel of communication looking at technology design business and cultural issues. Through a range of practical assignments learners engage with different types of web applications and develop practical skills used for the design and management of online communication.
Advanced Web Design (Semester 1 Level 7 Level 8 5 ECTS) Descriptor:
This module builds on the design skills and basic software knowledge that the learners have gained in Web Design 1 and the Interaction Design modules. It aims to advance the learners skills and knowledge in accessibility responsive design using web frameworks such as Bootstrap and Foundation. This module aims to equip learners with the skills to achieve creative web design solutions by formulating a problem-solving approach and to successfully represent their vision. Learners are provided with skills in web design marketing and digital media design practice. Through practical tasks and critical exploration of the relationship between search engine optimisation (SEO) marketing design concept and software capabilities learners extend their understanding of the constraints of particular web design practices and ways in which they drive design
Mode: Full Time (Day) Web Design Every Tuesday morning from 10-1pm and
Advanced Web Design Tuesday afternoon from 2-5pm.
Contact Hours: 36 hours per module.
Guidelines for Mock Lecture
As part of the interview process candidates are required to give a 5 10 minute mock lecture regarding the interview panel as students.
The lecture should cover an item (or items) of the candidates choice from an existing (or proposed) course offered by the Faculty or Department.
The candidate is free to use whatever medium and teaching aids are appropriate including laptop and projector but is encouraged to use new technology.
The lecture should not be the first lecture in a course nor should it be an overview of a course.
The lecture will focus on explaining a particular aspect of the course to students who are unfamiliar with the topic.
The lecturer should begin by outlining any previous information that the students are expected to know (e.g. Im assuming you know how to ...... which we covered last week).
Questions will be asked of the lecturer either during or after the lecture.
About Griffith College
Griffith College is Irelands largest independent third level institution with locations in Dublin Cork and Limerick The main campus is situated on seven acres within a mile of St. Stephens Green on Dublins South Circular Road. Griffith College enjoys national and a growing international reputation for student success. The College has gained an enviable award winning reputation for providing students with first class lectures and excellent study material. Griffith College offers internationally recognised postgraduate and undergraduate degree programmes complimented by a wide range of professional short term and corporate training educational solutions - in Griffith college there is something for everyone. Today there are over 7000 students studying in the College which is a designated educational institute of the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). Click the link for more information. Vision
Empowering learners to achieve their career and life potential
Why work for Griffith College
- Competitive salary package.
- Access to health cash plan for self and family through salary sacrifice
- Free parking facilities.*
- Onsite subsidised restaurant.*
- Stunning historical premises.
- Vibrant multidisciplinary and multicultural learning environment.
- Innovative and agile place to work.
- Welcoming environment committed to learner and staff development.
- *Dublin campus on South Circular Road.
This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline of proposed areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing environment within the Faculty and the College.
Griffith College is an equal opportunities employer. All candidates applying for teaching posts must undergo a mock lecture before being interviewed; will be asked to demonstrate ability via portfolio.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Part-Time
