About the role
The UCL Institute of the Americas is seeking to fill an Associate Lecturer (Teaching) position in Latin American Studies.
The position is available from 1 September to 30 June. The position is to cover the teaching of a colleague on research leave.
The postholder will carry out teaching and administration within the Institute relating to Latin American Studies. We particularly welcome applicants with research expertise in one or more of the following areas: political and urban anthropology; state-society relations; urban development and informality; criminal groups and illicit economies; the politics of insecurity; policing and prisons; or race, gender, and ethnicity in Latin America.
The expected starting salary is £46, per annum pro rata, inclusive of London Allowance.
This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit for more information.
About you
Applicants must have a PhD in Anthropology or related disciplines. Candidates must have received their doctorate before 1 August .
Candidates should have proven experience of teaching and assessment at university level in Latin American anthropology and/or urban anthropology, or related fields.
When applying please include a CV, cover letter and teaching statement. For full details of the documents required, please see the job description. Please do not submit any other papers or letters of recommendation at this stage.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits. Please see the job description (at the bottom of the page) and visit to find out more.