Lecturer in Ethics and/or Political Philosophy

Overview

In this role you will conduct independent, internationally recognized research in Ethics and/or Politics while delivering high-quality teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will lead or contribute to a research programme, design modules, supervise students, and contribute to departmental administration. The post is full-time with an indefinite contract, offering opportunities to shape curriculum and engage with a diverse academic community. You will work within a leading Philosophy Department that values rigorous scholarship, inclusion, and collaborative, cross-cutting inquiry.

Pay / Benefits

• indefinite contract
• 35 hours per week
• London Weighting Allowance
• visa sponsorship available
• sponsor for right to work in the UK
• salary £45,031 – £47,379 per annum

Responsibilities

• Lead or direct an independent research programme of international standard
• Teach, supervise and support undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Design and manage modules
• Contribute to the running of the Department, Faculty and College (administrative tasks)
• Take on leadership roles in departmental administration

Key requirements

• PhD in Philosophy or relevant related area (awarded or viva passed) at time of appointment
• Outstanding research achievement and potential for leading a research programme in Ethics and/or Politics
• Relevant teaching competence and experience; ability to engage, teach, supervise, and support students
• Experience of module design and management
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion issues and their impact on content and student needs
• Ability and willingness to manage administrative tasks for the Department, Faculty and College; willingness to take on leadership roles

• excellent communication and mentoring
• collaborative and inclusive working style
• ability to balance research and teaching demands
• ethics
• politics
• philosophy of ethics/politics

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