Lecturer of Oral Language and Literacy including Reading and Writing

UCL Department / Division
UCL Institute of Education
Specific unit / Sub department
Department of Psychology and Human Development
Location of position
London
Grade
8
Hours
Full Time
Salary
(inclusive of London allowance)
£45,610 - £53,757 per annum
Duties and Responsibilities
The UCL Institute of Education is a world-leading centre for research and teaching in social science and education, ranked number one for education worldwide in the 2021 QS World University Rankings for the eighth year running. Within the IOE, the Department of Psychology and Human Development brings together staff with research and teaching interests that encompass psychological approaches to learning, development and teaching from early childhood to adulthood.
We are looking for a unique and ambitious individual with a background in language and literacy. This individual will spend the majority of their time working as part our Research Leadership while also contributing to our teaching offerings, leading their own research, and supervising students.
This post is offered until 1st August 2024 in the first instance.
Key Requirements
With an earned doctorate in education, psychology or closely related area, you will also have a developing research profile, reflected in publications in high-quality journals and suitable for inclusion in Research Excellence Framework (REF) evaluations. In addition you will have evidence of teaching and research specialisms in psychology and education with a focus on Oral Language and Literacy including Reading and Writing. This should also include specific learning disabilities and dyslexia.
Further Details
A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.
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For further information please contact: Zachary Walker [email protected].
UCL Taking Action for Equality
We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.
Closing Date
7 Dec 2021
Latest time for the submission of applications
23:59
Interview date
TBC
Our department holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award, in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality.
This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Academic Staff.
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