Lecturer – Business (UHI Inverness)

Job Description

Fixed term contract to 16.01.2027 with potential of extension

Pay award pending 01 September 2026

We are one of the largest partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands, a partnership of 11 colleges and research institutions comprising Scotland’s newest university. As the UK’s leading tertiary education provider, we deliver both further education and higher education courses and that makes us different from traditional institutions. Through an innovative approach to learning and some of the best online learning technologies, we offer our students the complete learner journey, where they have choice and flexibility to study from access level right through to PhD.

UHI Inverness is at the heart of the community. Working closely with businesses and stakeholders, our curriculum and research capacity is designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of industry and support the strengths and ambitions of the region. Through a personalised approach, we help our students discover their right path, providing them with a combination of qualification and job-ready skills to succeed in the workplace. UHI Inverness has locations at Inverness Campus and also the Scottish School of Forestry (Balloch), a growing hub for research, innovation and enterprise set within a 215 acre site.

We are currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Lecturer within our Business team. The successful candidate will collaborate with academic colleagues in delivering the curriculum in subjects such as global management, project management, quality management, digital marketing, data analytics and dissertation supervision.

Normally, you will be based at the Inverness College campus where our business curriculum is delivered. Delivery will be a blend of in person and hybrid.

This role presents a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic person who enjoys teaching and learning to join an experienced and diverse team. You will be required to deliver curriculum in an innovative manner with a focus on best practice in the teaching of topics relevant to your role. You will be required to be an effective team member able to deliver a high quality curriculum and educational experience.

Key Accountabilities

• Teaching / Facilitating Learning
• Assessment
• Guidance and Support
• Planning and Preparing the Learning Experience
• Quality and Standards
• Professional Practice and Development

You should also be flexible, reflective, innovative, creative, and personally committed to continuing vocational and professional development.

You do not need to have a teaching qualification to apply as training will be provided, however some experience of instructing or teaching is welcome. You should possess effective interpersonal skills and have good IT skills in applications such as MS Office and other relevant subject related software packages.

Please note:

The successful candidate will be subject to a PVG Disclosure Scotland and other background checks.