Teaching Fellow in Philosophy

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Are you an academic with proven abilities to carry out teaching in Philosophy? Are you passionate about delivering an exceptional student experience in a research-intensive Russell Group University? Would you like to join and contribute to a vibrant philosophical community, which is embedded within the interdisciplinary School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science?

The University of Leeds is one of the top 75 universities in the world.  We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities.  Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe. 

The School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science (PRHS) at the University of Leeds seeks to hire a fixed-term Teaching Fellow in Philosophy. You will be leading the following modules: PHIL1121: Introduction to the History of Western Philosophy; PHIL2631: God, Thought, and the World: Topics in Philosophy of Religion; PHIL3125: Continental Philosophy; and FOAH0010: Exploring Arts and Humanities. You will also supervise undergraduate final year projects and MA-level work, and act as academic personal tutor. You will have submitted (or be very close to submitting) your PhD thesis in Philosophy by the beginning of the appointment and have relevant subject expertise and teaching experience.

In addition to the standard online application, please upload the following as separate documents:

A standard academic CV

A teaching statement (max 2 pages)

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!  

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

 Prof Pekka Väyrynen, Deputy Head of School (Philosophy and History of Science). Email: [email protected]

Location:  Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service:  Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Cultures
School/Institute:  School of Philosophy, Religion & History of Science
Category:  Academic
Grade:  Grade 7
Salary:  £37,099 to £44,263 per annum
Working Time:  100%
Post Type:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Fixed Term (From, 1 August 2024 to 31 July 2025 as there is a need for temporary cover.)
Release Date:  Wednesday 03 April 2024
Closing Date:  Thursday 02 May 2024
Reference:  AHCPR1068
Downloads:  Candidate Brief