The Textile Institute

Lecturer in Digital Fashion Innovation, 3D Modelling and Immersive Technologies

Lecturer in Digital Fashion Innovation, 3D Modelling and Immersive Technologies - The Textile Institute

The Department of Materials seeks to appoint a Teaching & Research academic to strengthen specialist capability in digital fashion innovation, with a focus on 3D modelling, virtual prototyping, digital twins and immersive (XR) technologies. Fashion Business & Technology (FBT) is distinctive within the Russell Group for its scale and interdisciplinary scope. Building on a strong reputation for student experience and curriculum innovation, this appointment will strengthen research capacity, doctoral supervision and external funding in digital and technology-enabled fashion innovation. The role supports the University’s Manchester 2035 ambitions by contributing to:

  • Digital transformation in education and research
  • Interdisciplinary, challenge-led research with societal and industrial relevance
  • Partner-enabled learning and industry co-creation
  • Responsible innovation aligned to sustainability and inclusive practice

Applicants must hold a PhD (or near completion) in a relevant field, with a research trajectory appropriate to the level of appointment and the potential to achieve internationally recognised standards of research excellence.

Job reference: SAE-031097
Salary: £47,389 – £58,225 per annum depending on experience
Faculty/Organisational Unit: Science and Engineering
Location: Oxford Road
Employment type: Permanent
Division/Team: Department of Materials
Hours Per Week: 35 hours per week (1 FTE)
Closing date : 01/05/2026
Contract Duration: Permanent

School/Directorate: School of Natural Sciences

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