About the role
Main purpose of the job
We are looking to make two appointments, in any area of philosophy and its history. The appointments will be made at either Lecturer (Grade 8) or Associate Professor (Grade 9) level. The appointees will develop a research profile that is excellent by global standards. The appointees will teach up to four full modules each academic year, which may be at graduate or undergraduate level.
As well as giving lectures and seminars, they will be expected to:
• set and mark essays or examinations;
• mentor and train graduate teaching assistants;
• supervise undergraduates, taught masters students, and postgraduate research students;
• play a part in the normal duties of teaching and administration (including personal tutoring); and
• contribute to departmental citizenship. The appointees may also be required to carry out other specific tasks and duties, commensurate with the spirit of the role, as requested by the Head of Department.
About you
A PhD in Philosophy, awarded before the start date. Clear evidence of excellence in philosophical research at a level commensurate with the grade of the job applied for (Lecturer or Associate Professor).
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
On-Site nursery
On-site gym
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
Discounted medical insurance