Lecturer in Comparative Politics

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Comparative Politics. The successful candidate will be capable of delivering inspiring and high-quality teaching in Comparative Politics to a diverse student body. They will be required to convene a core module for 2nd year UG students on ‘Comparative Politics and Government’. They will also be able to make contributions to other modules in comparative politics, public policy, and research methods at BA and MA levels.

The post is a fixed-term (12-month), part-time (0.6FTE) position created to replace the teaching of permanent members of staff who are absent on a temporary basis.

We strongly welcome applications from women and other minority groups, who are currently under-represented in the department.

Informal contact details

Contact role: Head of Department
Contact name: Dr Adam Humphreys
Contact phone: 0118 378 6107
Contact email: a.r.humphreys@reading.ac.uk

Alternative informal contact details

Contact role: School Director of Teaching and Learning
Contact name: Dr David Marshall
Contact email: d.j.marshall@reading.ac.uk

Interview Date: 25th July 2022

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Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants should ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement under the PBS. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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