Lecturer in Politics and International Studies
School: School of Applied Social and Policy Sciences
Campus: Belfast
Salary: Academic 7/8 (£41,086 - £58,260 per annum)
Duration: Permanent / Full-Time
Closing Date: 24th September 2025
Reference Number: 037866
- ABOUT US -
We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland.
Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.
- THE ROLE -
The post will contribute to the Politics and International Studies programme in the School of Applied Social and Policy Sciences. The successful applicant will demonstrate an ability to develop, market and teach across a range of provision within the academic area where the post resides. They will also contribute research and impact towards the REF submission.
The successful candidate will have a commitment to the University's values of integrity, collaboration, inclusion and enhancing potential.
- ABOUT YOU -
1. A first or upper second-class honours degree, or higher degree, in Politics or a closely related subject.
2. A PhD in Politics or a closely related subject.
3. Experience of teaching and examining at university level in politics or a closely related area relevant to the post.
4. Experience of curriculum development and the administration of academic courses, including willingness to be Course Director.
Further information can be found in the candidate briefing document, available to download from the advert on the Ulster University Jobs portal, accessible via clicking the apply icon.
The School of Arts & Humanities holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality in higher education. You can read more about what this means on our university website.
The University has a range of initiatives to support a family-friendly working environment, including flexible working.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.