Teaching Associate in the History of Science (Fixed Term)

Applications are invited for a 1-year post in the history of science. The duties of this post will include lectures, supervisions, examining, and administrative duties for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the Department. The post-holder should be prepared to teach and supervise a broad range of topics in the history of early modern and/or medieval science and technology. The position will start on 1 September 2024 and will include an initial 3-month probationary period. The completion of a PhD (or equivalent) is required before the start date.

Women and candidates from BAME backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply for this position. The University joined the Advance HE's Race Equality Charter in 2016 and received the REC Bronze award in November 2019.

For information on the Department of History and Philosophy of Science, see www.hps.cam.ac.uk. For more on the University of Cambridge, see www.cam.ac.uk.

Applicants should upload the following documents: 1) Cover letter, curriculum vitae and full list of publications, combined into one document; 2) Details of teaching experience and research interests; 3) Two samples of original written work. If you are unable to upload your work samples, please email these as attachments to jobs@hps.cam.ac.uk, ensuring that you include your surname in the email subject line and the filenames.

References: Please provide the names and contact details of three referees on the online form. We will contact the referees of shortlisted candidates directly to request references. Referees will be asked to comment specifically on the candidate's ability to undertake this particular role.

Schedule:

Closing date: Tuesday 30 April 2024

Shortlisting: Thursday 9 May 2024

Interviews: Tuesday 21 May 2024

Candidates will be asked to give a 15-minute presentation on how they would teach a topic of their choice in the history of early modern and/or medieval science or technology for undergraduates who may not have a background in this area, and to take part in a 40-minute interview.

Terms and conditions: The appointment is fixed term for one year, subject to completion of a probationary period of 3 months. The salary range for a Teaching Associate is £33,966 to £44,263 per year. The person appointed will be eligible for membership of the USS Pension Scheme. Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check).

The University of Cambridge is committed in its pursuit of academic excellence to equality of opportunity and to a pro-active and inclusive approach to equality in all respects

If you have further questions about the position, the application process, or eligibility, please email jobs@hps.cam.ac.uk. Please quote reference JN41098 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.”

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