Career Development Fellowship in English Literature 1660-1830 (Gwenyth Emily Rankin Fellowship)

3-year Fixed-Term contract  

Exeter College (part of the University of Oxford) proposes to appoint a Career Development Fellow in English Literature, 1660–1830 (the ‘Gwenyth Emily Rankin Fellowship’). The position, which is strictly temporary, will be tenable for a period of three years from 1 September 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter).

The main duties of the post are to: 

• undertake 144 weighted hours of tutorial or class teaching across the 24 teaching weeks of the academic year (i.e. an average of 6 weighted hours per week);
• set and mark College examinations;
• participate in the undergraduate admissions process;
• act as key point of liaison with our visiting student programme;
• participate in the governance of the College (including discharging the functions of a Trustee);
• participate fully in the running of English and its joint schools within College; and
• engage in advanced study and research. 

The area of specialization for this post is Literature in English 1660-1830. The ability to teach additional periods of Literature in English would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will have:

1. a research record of international standing, appropriate to the stage of the candidate’s career, with evidence of (or potential for producing) research of international standing in English Literature;
2. the proven ability, or the potential, to provide excellent tutorial and small group teaching in a range of undergraduate topics;
3. the ability to undertake College administration and duties, and to co-operate in the running of English Language & Literature in the College, and in College affairs more generally;
4. hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD/ DPhil in English Literature. [Candidates must have successfully completed a doctoral defense (PhD viva or equivalent) between 27 February 2018 and 26 February 2026 inclusive]

The successful candidate will become a member of the Governing Body, and therefore a Trustee, at Exeter College. 

The salary will be within a range £39,424 - £47,779 per annum (inclusive of an Oxford Weighting allowance of £1,730 per annum). In addition, a range of other generous benefits are available, as set out in the Further Particulars. 

For more information, including details of how to apply, please download a copy of the Further Particulars.

How to Apply 

Candidates are encouraged to submit all application materials by email, to the HR Manager at vacancies@exeter.ox.ac.uk via the above 'Apply' button. If possible, applications should be submitted as a single PDF file.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12pm noon (GMT) on Friday 27 February 2026.

Exeter College is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity.

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