University Teacher in Human Geography

Part-time (0.5 FTE) and Fixed Term for 34 months, starting 1^st October 2026

Applications are invited for the position of University Teacher in Human Geography. This post has been made available due to a major externally funded award to a member of academic staff. We are seeking applications from outstanding candidates to deliver teaching on the Loughborough Geography and Environment suite of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes with a particular interest and expertise in Human Geography. Specific expertise in political and social geography, as well as an ability to teach across a range of human geography themes would be advantageous.

The candidate must have experience of teaching and will contribute to the development and delivery of undergraduate (BA, BSc) and postgraduate (MA, MSc) modules such as ‘Unequal Worlds’, ‘Social Difference’, ‘Globalization’ and ‘Geographical Research: Design and Practice’. Support of other areas of the curriculum will be required, and a willingness to engage in fieldwork and residential fieldcourses is expected.

Candidates are expected to have a PhD in human geography or a closely related discipline and the clear potential to contribute to the University Strategy of ‘Creating Better Futures. Together’ in a high-performing HE environment.

About You

• You should have subject expertise in relevant areas in human geography, such as political geography, social geography, globalisation, qualitative methods.
• You should have a student-centered approach to student education demonstrating a commitment to enhancing the student experience.
• You should incorporate the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion in your teaching and academic citizenship.

Why should you Apply?

With huge amount of variety in the role, there is an opportunity for you to develop and continually grow.

If this sounds like the right place, team and role for you please do get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Michael Hoyler, Head of Geography and Environment, via email to M.Hoyler@lboro.ac.uk. 

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Application Process

For further support with your application, please refer to our application guidance, which includes some top tips to help you when completing your application.

Staff from under-represented groups in higher education and the discipline, including those from racialised minorities, who have a physical or invisible disability, or are neurodivergent, are particularly encouraged to apply. The University is a Disability Confident employer, a member of the Stonewall Diversity Champion Scheme and holds Race Equality Charter and Athena SWAN bronze awards.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional adjustments, you’d like to request please contact ssh.hr@lboro.ac.uk. We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

Closing Date: 18^th August 2026

Our Benefits

We’re committed to creating an environment where you can flourish. You’ll enjoy generous time off, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, plus a holiday purchase scheme. Other benefits include flexible and hybrid working options, family-friendly support, world-class sporting facilities, and a wide range of financial, health, and sustainability perks. Discover more about our full range of rewards and benefits.

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