Lecturer in Philosophy (Teaching & Scholarship)

Job title:

Lecturer in Philosophy (Teaching & Scholarship)

Company

Cardiff University

Job description

School / DirectorateCardiff School of English, Communication & PhilosophyAdvertLecturer in Philosophy – Teaching & Scholarship (fixed-term)The School of English, Communication and Philosophy at Cardiff University is seeking to appoint two Lecturers in Philosophy to 12-month fixed-term contracts on the Teaching and Scholarship pathway. These posts are to fill specific teaching needs for the academic year 2024-25.The successful candidates will have established research records in political philosophy or social epistemology and records of high-quality teaching.The successful applicants will contribute to teaching provision across Philosophy’s undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, within the fields identified above. An ability and willingness to teach in other areas of philosophy will also be advantageous.The successful applicants will enhance Cardiff’s distinctive provision in philosophy through innovative approaches to module delivery and assessment, along with a commitment to delivering excellent student experience.They will advance the School’s ambition to be a creative and inclusive community and will engage effectively with academic, professional, and public institutions and groups to enhance the School’s profile.These are full-time positions (35 hours per week), available from 01 September 2024 until 31 August 2025.Salary: £39,347 – £44,263 per annum (Grade 6). New appointments are usually made at the bottom of the salary scale.Interviews expected to take place w/c 05/08/24.Interested applicants are invited to contact Professor Jonathan Webber ( / +44 (0)29 2087 5660) for further information.Date advert posted: Monday, 08 July 2024
Closing date: Sunday, 21 July 2024Please be aware that Cardiff University reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.Post Reference Number18626BRJob DescriptionMain function
Undertake a full teaching load, including the development, delivery and evaluation of modules within the undergraduate and postgraduate provision within the School. To supervise students and to carry out administrative duties within the work area as required. To pursue excellence in teaching and to inspire others to do the sameMain Duties and ResponsibilitiesTeaching

• Design and deliver modules and contribute to module development as part of a module team.

• Inspire undergraduate and postgraduate students under the guidance of a mentor or module leader and develop skills in assessment methods and in providing constructive feedback to students.

• Supervise the work of students including the supervision of Undergraduate and Master’s students and the co-supervision of PGRs.

• Supply pastoral care through both acting as a Personal Tutor and providing support and guidance to students, building and establishing trust.

Scholarship

• Contribute to scholarship in the area of work through participation in conferences, seminars and other academic and professional forums to disseminate the results of individual scholarship.

• Engage in scholarly activity through journal articles or other outputs which advance knowledge within the area of work

• Contribute to scholarship through interdisciplinary working with individuals and teams within, and external to, the wider university community

• Carry out other forms of scholarship including work associated with examinations (setting and marking, including providing constructive feedback to students), administration, participation in committee work.

Other

• Engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School’s profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile.

• Undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance in the role of Lecturer.

• Mentor colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development.

• Participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world.

• Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

Salary Range Max.44.263GradeGrade 6Salary Range Min.39,347Job CategoryAcademic – Teaching & ScholarshipAdditional InformationCandidates are asked to submit the following with their application:

• A covering letter explaining and evidencing the strength of their candidacy and its relevance to this post, clearly structured according to the criteria under ‘Person Specification’ above.
• A full curriculum vitae and list of publications.

When submitting/uploading your supporting documents, please ensure that you include the vacancy number in the document name.Career PathwayTeaching & ScholarshipPerson SpecificationEssential CriteriaQualifications and Education * Postgraduate degree at PhD level in a related subject area or relevant industrial experience.Knowledge, Skills and Experience * Teaching experience at undergraduate/postgraduate level.

• Demonstrate specialist knowledge and current advancements within academic subject area.
• Ability to design, deliver and continuously develop modules across the Schools teaching programmes.

Pastoral, Communication and Team Working * Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex and conceptual ideas clearly and confidently to others using high level skills and a range of media

• The ability to provide appropriate pastoral support to students, appreciate the needs of individual students and their circumstances and to act as a personal tutor.

Other * Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and teamworking within workDesirable Criteria * Relevant professional qualification(s).

• Evidence of collaborations with industry.
• Proven ability to work without close supervision
• Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
• Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the teaching and research activities of the School.
• A willingness to take responsibility for academically related administration.

Expected salary

£39347 – 44263 per year

Location

Cardiff

Job date

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 02:55:22 GMT

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