Assistant Professor - China & Global Development

Applications are invited for an Assistant Professor (University Lectureship) - China and Global Development to be based in the Centre of Development Studies and the Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS).  

The post will be available from 1 September 2026.

Candidates should have a proven specialist academic profile (and relevant language skills) in the study of China and Global Development as well as in one or more of the following areas: Comparative Politics, Political Economy, International Relations or Political Thought. Applicants must hold a PhD and be able to demonstrate an outstanding research record.

The successful candidate must be able to play a substantial role in the teaching of China and Global Development at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including giving lectures and seminars to a minimum level of 40 hours a year. The successful candidate will be expected to make a collegial contribution to the governance and administration of the Department, as well as that of the Centre of Development Studies, and possess a flexible approach to duties. The successful candidate will also be required to engage in the small group teaching of undergraduates (Cambridge supervisions). 

The closing date for applications is Midnight on 7th April 2026.

Interviews are expected to be held in May 2026.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above. 

Please see the Further Particulars for details of what to include in your application. 

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Professor Duncan Kelly: djk36@cam.ac.uk

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact hr@hsps.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference UE48976 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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