Lecturer (Teaching) in Political Theory (EXPIRED)

The Department of Political Science would like to appoint a full time Lecturer (Teaching) in Political Theory (1.0 FTE) on a permanent basis to provide support for our UG and PGT programmes as required. 

The Lecturer (Teaching) role is appropriate for scholars looking to make a career at UCL specialising in Education, including pedagogical research, course and module design, and teaching innovation including the use of new technologies. The role will also make a significant contribution to the Department through institutional citizenship.
UCL offers a rewarding career-track for Lecturers (Teaching) with the possibility of future promotions to Associate Professor (Teaching) and Professor (Teaching). More information can be found here  https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/teaching-concordat 

The Lecturer (Teaching) will contribute to teaching on a range of Political Theory modules (e.g. Foundations of Political Thought; Contemporary Political Philosophy; Ethics of Social Media; Ethics of Crime and Punishment; etc.), other modules as required, and as related to the post-holder sub-field expertise.

The role includes lecture and seminar teaching, student experience and support activity, and personal tutoring. The Lecturer (Teaching) will be expected to first and second mark assignments, exam essay scripts, undertake the supervision of dissertations, advise personal tutees, provide student engagement activities, and will also be expected to be available for office hours each week as required.
Our goal is to appoint the most outstanding candidate(s) for this position. The preferred start date is 01 September 2021, however, we are aware there may be multiple issues in starting on this date, therefore, the Department can be flexible on this start date for the successful candidate(s).

Key Requirements

A PhD in Political Science, Political Theory/Philosophy or related subject, or current enrolment in a PhD programme in Political Science, Political Theory/Philosophy, or related subject is essential.

An excellent knowledge of relevant academic literature’s on Political Theory and politics, a track record, or potential to build a track record, of an innovative and reflective teaching practice with demonstrated impact and experience teaching Political Theory at the UG or PGT level is essential.

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The preferred start date is 01 September 2021, however, we are aware there may be multiple issues in starting on this date, therefore, the Department can be flexible on this start date for the successful candidate(s).