Associate Lecturer (Education Focused) in Philosophy (Law, Moral & Political) (EXPIRED)

The University of St Andrews invites applications for an Associate Lectureship (Education Focused), within the School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies. The position will have a fixed-term contract for 12 months, commencing on 1st September 2022.

The main purpose of the post is to provide undergraduate and possibly MLitt teaching in the philosophy of law, in other areas of moral and political philosophy, and related areas. The post-holder will give lectures, seminars, tutorials, and may be asked to coordinate modules and carry out other standard teaching and administrative tasks as required. It is anticipated that the main modules to which it is likely that the post-holder will contribute will be PY4643 Philosophy of Law (3rd/4th-year undergraduate), PY1011 Moral and Political Controversies (1st-year undergraduate), PY3200 Reading Philosophy 2 (3rd-year undergraduate) and PY2013 Moral and Aesthetic Value (2nd-year undergraduate). There may, however, be some variation in the details of this, depending on the expertise of the persons appointed for this and for other positions.

Candidates will hold a doctorate in philosophy, or a cognate discipline, at the time of appointment and will be expected to show a commitment to outstanding teaching at all levels, from first-year undergraduate teaching to contributing to postgraduate teaching.

Informal enquiries can be directed to Head of Department, Dr Simon Prosser ([email protected]), Dr Mara van der Lugt ([email protected]) or Dr Walter Pedriali ([email protected])

The Department of Philosophy is committed to providing an open, equitable, and inclusive work environment, which welcoming to all. The School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies has received the Athena Swan bronze award.

Applications are particularly welcome from people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented in academic posts at the University.  

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience.  We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter, Race Charters and Stonewall). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network.  Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/

You may also be interested in the following current vacancies within the School.

Associate Lecturer (Education Focused) in Philosophy (Epistemology, Language & Mind) – AO1779NB

Associate Lecturer (Education Focused) in Philosophy (History) – AOAC2266RXNB

Associate Lecturer (Education Focused) in Philosophy (Logic & Language) – AO1780NB

Closing Date: 21 July 2022     

We encourage applicants to apply online at www.vacancies.st-andrews.ac.uk/welcome.aspx, however if you are unable to do this, please call +44 (0)1334 462571 for an application pack. 

Please quote ref: AO1539NB                         

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