Lecturer in Modern History (Part time 0.6 FTE, Fixed term until 31 August 2026)

Salary on appointment will be £38,784 per annum with an annual increment up to £46,049 per annum pro rata.   

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lecturer to join the School of History and Art History to undertake research within the framework of the School’s research strategy and contribute to the teaching, assessment and module organisation on undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. 

Teaching is a key part of this role and as such you will be expected to plan, teach and assess at undergraduate and postgraduate programmes as well as taking responsibility for the delivery and assessment of the Modern History module ‘Propaganda’.

You will have the opportunity to develop your research profile which compliments existing research strengths, seeking national and international recognition.  

A PhD (or equivalent) in Modern History with experience of undergraduate teaching and student assessment is essential.

You will have a track record, appropriate to experience, of high-quality publications and have produced research which has the potential to have an impact beyond academia. Experience of managing enterprise and engagement projects and evidence of successful applications for external grant income would be advantageous.

This part-time (0.6 FTE) post requires a regular on-campus presence during term time in line with the teaching requirements and needs of the School and is available from 1^st December 2025 on a fixed-term basis until 31^st August 2026. The teaching duties will be clustered in the spring semester starting on 26^th January 2026.
 
Further information on our great benefits package, including 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and additional University Customary days can be found on our benefits page.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applicants with the protected characteristics of disability and/or sex (female) for this post, as they are currently underrepresented in this type of role within the School. Appointment will be made on merit and all applicants will be scored against the same criteria.

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.

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