Senior Lecturer in Politics and/or International Relations

Department of Politics and International Relations

The University of York wishes to appoint a Senior Lecturer in Politics and/or International Relations. The new appointment will undertake research and impact of the highest international standards, enhance and complement the research standing and culture of the Department, and contribute to the University’s commitment to the public good. The individual appointed will also play a full part in course design, teaching, research supervision, and leadership and administration in the Department. We will consider applications from outstanding candidates with a proven track record of research and teaching in any area of Politics and/or International Relations.

This post provides an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant, friendly, and ambitious department, one of the largest and most diverse of its kind in the UK. The post is available from 1 January 2024, on an open contract.

Role

• To generate new research approaches and identify, adapt, develop and use research methodologies and techniques appropriate to the type of research and development undertaken.
• To lead on and/or contribute to the production of research outputs and research outcomes.
• To publish high impact research in quality journals, either as a sole author or in collaboration with others, and to devise, direct and develop research projects generating external research funding.
• To take responsibility for overseeing, developing and promoting innovative teaching and learning approaches and material, which create interest, understanding and enthusiasm amongst students.
• To lead the design, development and delivery of a range of academic modules and ensure that design and delivery comply with the quality standards and regulations of the Department and University.
• To undertake effectively a range of administrative and managerial responsibilities.   

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed

• PhD in Politics/International Relations (or related field)
• Appropriate academic professional and teaching qualifications or a willingness to complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice
• Well-established reputation, and outstanding qualities and achievements in scholarship and research at a national and international level
• Expertise in an area that will complement and enhance the department’s research strategy and goals
• Ability to provide academic leadership, both internally and externally, in research area and to lead a research team where appropriate
• Subject-specific knowledge to enable the design & development of teaching programmes, provision of learning support, and the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students and research staff
• Highly developed oral communication skills, including the ability to teach at any level within area of expertise, and across a range of subjects at a more introductory level, and demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment in the process of teaching

Interview date: TBC

For informal enquiries: please contact Professor Tony Heron (tony.heron@york.ac.uk), Head of Department.

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive  – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as  Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University. 

We also encourage applications from women for senior roles. 

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork

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