Assistant Professor in Political Theory (Teaching Focus, fixed term) (ARTS331618)

Applications are invited for a fixed term teaching-only post in the field of Political Theory within the School of Politics and International Relations at the University of Nottingham. 

The University of Nottingham has 43,000 students and over 8,000 staff and is described by The Times Good University Guide 2016 as ‘the nearest Britain has to a truly global university, with campuses in China and Malaysia’.  

The University of Nottingham has consistently gained recognition for world-class research across a wide range of academic disciplines, and has a proud history of influencing social development on a global scale. Our commitment to research and discovery is further demonstrated by our two Nobel Prize winners. 

The successful candidate will be expected to teach up to 12 hours per week at both undergraduate and postgraduate level delivering both lectures and seminar style teaching. The main responsibilities will be contribute to existing modules in Political Theory and British Political History. The candidate will conduct assessments of student work at all levels; supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations; provide pastoral support to students and contribute to administrative tasks in the School.  

Candidates must have a completed PhD (or equivalent) in the field of Political Theory. The School seeks to appoint an individual with a track record of teaching excellence. 

This full time post is available as soon as possible and will be offered on a fixed term contract until 31 July 2019. 

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Wyn Rees, Head of School, tel: 0115 8467510; email: wyn.rees@nottingham.ac.uk. However, applications sent to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 25 Sep 2018
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)