Lecturer in the History of the Modern Political Thought of Africa, the Americas or Asia

24 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

KINGS COLLEGE LONDON

Research Field

History
Philosophy
Religious sciences

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

United Kingdom

Application Deadline

24 Mar 2024 - 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

To be defined

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Job Description

The Department of History seeks to appoint a Lecturer specialising in the history of the modern political thought of Africa, the Americas or Asia. Applicants are expected to have expertise in the political thought of a particular region; but their research and teaching might also speak to the transnational, transcontinental and/or global exchange and flow of ideas. We particularly encourage candidates with expertise in the modern political thought of the Global South to apply.

You will conduct and publish high quality research in the subject, seek external research funding and engage in impact-generating activities. You will contribute to survey modules on the history of political thought and modern world history, develop a teaching portfolio in your area of specialism, and contribute to the planning, organisation and delivery of other teaching activities at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will assume pastoral and administrative responsibilities, and participate actively in the life and culture of the department. A strong research record, excellent teaching ability, outstanding interpersonal skills and a collaborative ethos are essential for the role.

King’s History department is an internationally-recognised centre for the study of the history of the world. Our undergraduate curriculum introduces students to world history from the early medieval period to the present; it then offers students pathways to study every continent through their second and third years. Our MA provision is similarly broad, developing students’ expertise in medieval, early modern and modern world history. We are an intellectual home for scholars of every region of the world, who use approaches which range from local micro-histories to large-scale quantitative analysis. We particularly value conversation between scholars of different periods and places, with different approaches.

We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented in the Department of History. Applications from members of groups marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Equality Act are particularly welcome.

This post will be offered on a full-time, indefinite contract.

This post will be offered on an indefinite contract.

This is a full time post.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and publish high-quality research in the history of the modern political thought of Africa, the Americas or Asia
• Contribute to the teaching of the history of political thought at undergraduate level
• Develop and teach single- or team-taught modules at undergraduate and postgraduate level in your field
• Participate and help lead the collaborative research activities of history at King’s
• Contribute to core, team-taught teaching in the history department at undergraduate and postgraduate level
• Contribute to the administrative and pastoral provision of the department of History

The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post.

Skills, knowledge, and experience

Essential criteria

PhD in the history of the modern (c.1750-1980) political thought of Africa, the Americas or Asia

Excellent research expertise in the history of modern (c.1750-1980) political thought of Africa, the Americas or Asia

Ability to convene, teach and assess modules relating to the history of political thought across the undergraduate curriculum

Ability to engage students, support their learning and support their wellbeing through their degree

Demonstrable administrative skills or ability

Evidence of a collaborative ethos, capacity for team-working and enthusiasm for engaging with other colleagues

Strong record in research relative to career stage

Experience of teaching and supporting students at UG level

Desirable criteria

Experience of teaching and supporting students at PG level

Excellent research expertise in the modern political thought of the Global South.

  Further Information

Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held in mid april. The selection process will include a presentation to academics, a presentation to students, and an interview.

To assist in the shortlisting process, please include:

• a supporting statement, showing how meet each of the selection criteria for the post, using examples of your skills and experience. (This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependents).
• a copy of an article or chapter (either published or intended for publication)
• a proposal for a new module at undergraduate level. Design the module expecting it will involve collaboration with other colleagues.
• a short statement describing past experience that promotes the recognition of diversity and inclusion of under-represented communities, broadly understood.

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Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

KINGS COLLEGE LONDON

Country

United Kingdom

City

London (Greater)

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Where to apply

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London (Greater)

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