Lecturer - Department of Political Science and International Studies
- Employer
- Global Academy Jobs
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Closing date
- May 11, 2017
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- Sector
- Business and Finance, Science, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Sociology, Art and Humanities
- Hours
- Full Time
- Organization Type
- University and College
- Jobseeker Type
- Academic (e.g. 'Lecturer')
Job Details
Job Purpose
The Department of Political Science and International Studies (POLSIS) within the School of Government and Society is seeking to appoint a fixed-term Lecturer in Political Theory to cover a member of staff on funded research leave. The successful candidate will teach modules in Political Thought and Political Theory at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, and will supervise BA and Masters dissertations. S/he will pursue an active research programme and will undertake duties relating to the administration of the department. We welcome candidates working in any field of political theory but have a preference for those whose specialism lies within the history of political thought and/or political ethics. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant field and will be able to demonstrate potential for excellence in published research and teaching.
Person Specification
• Normally, a higher degree relevant to the research/teaching area (usually PhD) or equivalent qualifications
• Extensive research/teaching experience and scholarship within subject specialism
• Proven ability to devise, advise on and manage learning/ research
• Skills in managing, motivating and mentoring others successfully at all levels
Research
• Experience and achievement reflected in a growing reputation
• Extensive experience and demonstrated success in planning, undertaking and project managing research to deliver high quality results
• Extensive experience of applying and/or developing and devising successful models, techniques and methods
• Experience and achievement in knowledge transfer, enterprise and similar activity
Teaching
• Ability to design, deliver, assess and revise teaching programmes
• Extensive experience and demonstrated success in developing appropriate approaches to learning and teaching, and advising colleagues
• Experience and success in knowledge transfer, enterprise and similar activity that enhances the student experience or employability
Management Administration
• Ability to contribute to School/Departmental management processes
• Ability to assess and organise resources effectively
• Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processes
Company
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