VR Lab Lead

Role:  VR Lab Lead

Location: London: Holborn, Fitzrovia, Southall, Wembley, Kingsbury and Harrow (must be flexible to travel to all our campus locations)

Department: School of Engineering and Computing

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (subject to skills and experience)

Start Date: September 2026 

About the Role

We are seeking an innovative and engaging Lecturer / VR Lab Lead to deliver high-quality teaching and enhance the student experience through the integration of Virtual Reality (VR) and immersive technologies. This role combines teaching excellence with leadership of a dedicated VR Lab, supporting its effective use across programmes and contributing to a dynamic, future-focused curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Deliver lectures, seminars, and tutorials across relevant modules
• Develop and update engaging teaching materials, including VR-integrated content
• Ensure high levels of student engagement and attendance
• Use digital platforms such as VLEs and MS Teams to support learning
• Contribute to curriculum development and enhancement
• Promote innovative teaching practices, including immersive technologies

VR Lab Leadership
 

• Take ownership of the VR Lab and support its use across programmes
• Embed VR and immersive technologies into teaching and learning activities
• Support staff and students in the effective use of VR resources
• Contribute to the development of immersive learning approaches

Assessment & Feedback
 

• Design and set assessments in line with module requirements
• Mark assessments and provide timely, constructive feedback
• Monitor submission rates and student performance
• Contribute to moderation, standardisation, and academic integrity processes
• Support the integration of VR into assessment where appropriate

Student Support
 

• Act as a Personal Academic Tutor, supporting a group of students
• Provide academic guidance through group and one-to-one sessions
• Monitor student progress and engagement
• Signpost students to appropriate support services where needed.

Quality Assurance & Enhancement
 

• Contribute to module and programme evaluations
• Engage with academic governance and quality assurance processes
• Use student feedback to drive continuous improvement
• Support programme accreditation and quality standards

Scholarship & Professional Development

• Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge and industry awareness
• Engage in scholarly activity to enhance teaching practice
• Contribute to the School’s academic development plans

About You

Essential Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant subject area
• Experience teaching in higher education
• Strong subject expertise in a relevant discipline
• Practical knowledge of VR, AR, or immersive technologies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong digital capability (e.g. VLEs, MS Teams)
• Ability to engage, inspire, and support students
• Understanding of quality assurance in higher education
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage competing priorities

Desirable
 

• PhD or willingness to work towards one
• Experience with VR development tools or immersive learning design
• Teaching qualification or HEA Fellowship (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience in curriculum development and innovation
• Engagement with external networks or industry

What We Offer (some benefits subject to completion of successful probation)

• Health Benefits 
• Life Assurance Plans 
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes (Pension, Cars, Cycle to Work)
• Annual Leave & Holiday Benefits (Buy Holiday, Additional Christmas Leave & Carry Over Leave) 
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) & 24/7 Access to GPs 
• Employee Discounts (Gym, Shopping, Cinema)

Working Hours & Flexibility

• 40 hours per week (schedule may include evenings and weekends)
• Must be flexible to travel to all ourcampus locations

Apply Now!

Join us in shaping a future where education is accessible, student-centred, and professionally enriching.

Submit your application today to start making a meaningful impact from September 2026

Compliance Statement

Successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including a criminal records check, two references, ID and Right to Work verification, and education confirmation. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion, selection for employment is based solely on an individual’s skills, qualifications, and experience relevant to the role.