Department: School of Politics & International Relations
Salary: Grade 5/6, £49,785 to £58,595 per annum (Grade 5)
Reference: 2141
Location: Mile End
Date posted: 1 May 2024
Closing date: 26 May 2024
Further details and apply
Overview
About the Role
The School of Politics and International Relations is seeking an exceptional scholar for the role of Lecturer in Political Economy (Teaching and Scholarship).
The position is open with regards to areas of interest within the fields of Political Economy, at a national or global scale. We particularly welcome applications from scholars using political economy approaches to analyse empirical developments relating to China, development, or financialisation, and those interested in political economy theory. The role holder will contribute to the development of a new MA in International Political Economy. They should be committed to and able to teach a range of theoretical approaches in critical dialogue with one another, to help students develop their own perspective.
The Lecturer will also be expected to make contributions to scholarship, which Queen Mary defines as pedagogical reflection and innovation; enhancement of student experience and education; influencing the higher education agenda; and wider public engagement connected to the subject area.
About You
You will have a PhD (or equivalent) in Politics, International Politics, Political Economy or relevant Social Sciences/Humanities area. You will contribute to teaching and scholarship within the School, and to take a significant role in developing our pedagogical practices, particularly in the areas of student engagement, academic skills and writing development, and assessment and feedback. You will have an understanding of the opportunities and challenges involved in teaching a diverse student cohort. Experience of contributing to citizenship roles in a large, dynamic school is essential.
About the School
The School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London is one of the UK’s leading Politics and International Relations departments. It was ranked 7th overall among UK higher education institutions in the 2022 REF. The School has grown rapidly over the past five years and is now home to 60+ academic staff. It has recently expanded to include Sociology as well as Politics and International Relations in its teaching and research. It is home to a highly diverse cohort of students and offers a broad-ranging and methodologically plural curriculum in the fields of Politics and International Relations.
The School welcomes applications from women, ethnic minority, neuro-diverse candidates and candidates with disabilities. Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly. All applicants will be assessed fairly against the same criteria and will be shortlisted according to experience and merit as appropriate.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities including an on-site nursery at the Mile End campus.
Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.
Further details and apply
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