German Lektor:in

A consortium of five Oxford Colleges within the University of Oxford (Lincoln, St Edmund Hall, St Peter’s, St Hilda’s and Hertford) invites applications for a fixed-term, German Lektor:in with effect from 1 September 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter, until 31 August 2026.

A consortium of five Oxford Colleges within the University of Oxford (Lincoln, St Edmund Hall, St Peter’s, St Hilda’s and Hertford) seeks an enthusiastic, self-motived and suitably qualified German Lektor:in with effect from 1 September 2024 to 31 August 2026 to undertake German language teaching and associated duties for undergraduate students in years 1, 2 and 4 (the third year is usually spent abroad). 

The postholder will be required to teach students for 12-14 hours per week (mainly during term time) in written, oral, and aural German language and grammar work, participate in the development of language skills for ab initio students, assist in the preparation of students for oral examinations, contribute to relevant German language and literature courses, and take part in pre-sessional courses and undergraduate admissions interviews. They will be required to provide appropriate feedback and report on students’ progress, and they will also be responsible for organising culturally related extra-curricular activities and administrative tasks for undergraduates studying German. In addition, they will contribute to outreach activities and offer support, as required, to students on their year abroad. Some duties will be required outside of the three academic terms. 

Salary and allowances: Salary: £31,396 per annum, and the successful candidate will have the option of becoming, or remaining, a member of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS). 

Further particulars and application forms are available on our website. Click 'Apply' above to be redirected. 

Applications must by 12 midday (UK time) on Tuesday 3^rd June 2024. Application forms in alternative formats may be requested from the above email address, the completed forms to be received in College by the same date. 

Lincoln College is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Applications are particularly encouraged from women and black and minority ethnic applicants, who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.

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