Salary
£39,906 to £48,822 per annum (£31,924 to £39,057 pro rata)
Introduction
York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.
Part Time Fixed Term
Location: York
The School
History, clustered within the School of Humanities, is an ambitious academic unit. Our burgeoning national and international research profile, excellent teaching and learning, and welcoming and inclusive ethos supports an exceptional student experience (achieving 100% positive scores in teaching questions in the recent National Student Surveys).
Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer to contribute to our vibrant undergraduate and postgraduate offers in History. The majority of your work will involve teaching in a variety of settings, including small group tutorials/seminars and lectures; assessment; and the provision of academic support to students. The successful candidate will also be supported in developing their research profile.
Required Skills and Experience
Candidates will have expertise in teaching modern American History at undergraduate level, as well as an interest in developing postgraduate provision in the future.
* Teaching of the following modules:
* First year: The United States: Empire of Liberty? (survey course with shared delivery)
* Second year: The United States since 9/11
* Third year: Special Subject in American History (JFK and America in the 1960s)
* Additional participation in other modules with shared delivery
It is essential that candidates hold a doctoral level qualification.
Selection Process
The selection process will include a short teaching demonstration and an interview.
Visa Sponsorship
This role is eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided the relevant UKVI requirements are met.
Benefits
* Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
* Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
* Pension scheme
* Health Cash Plan after six months service
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
* On‑campus courses, one‑to‑one tutorials, and online resources to help develop digital skills and work with new software
* Relocation expenses package for certain roles
* Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
* Family‑friendly and inclusive policies and facilities; consideration given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements
Closing Date
Tuesday 02 June 2026 at midnight
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