AEP Lecturer in Politics and Research Methods

The Department of Political Economy invites applications for a Lectureship in Politics and Research Methods (Academic Education Pathway). The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of teaching in the Department and be able to contribute to the development of research-led teaching in both qualitative and quantitative methods. Candidates should be able to contribute to teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

The department is informed by an inclusive interdisciplinary vision and welcomes applications from candidates who share that vision. The Department values diversity and inclusion and a work-life balance.

The Department of Political Economy is a unique interdisciplinary enterprise located in the heart of London with proximity to both the world of politics and the city. Founded in 2010, the department is the only dedicated Department of Political Economy in the United Kingdom. The teaching and research recognises that the disciplines of Politics and Economics are inextricably linked; it is not possible to properly understand political processes without exploring the economic context in which politics operates. Similarly, sound economic analysis requires an awareness of how resource allocation is conditioned by political institutions, historical context and ethical values, and the way these have been understood by different traditions in social thought. In a world characterised by financial uncertainty, ecological insecurity and value conflict, the links between political and economic processes are ever more apparent and the need for a multifaceted appreciation of how they operate has never been greater.

You will be responsible to the Head of Department. More information about the Department, School and Faculty can be found on the King’s website.

About The Role:

• Contribute to the planning, organisation and delivery of teaching activities within the department in accordance with established departmental practice, and to ongoing curriculum development.
• At Grade 7, design, develop and deliver a range of programmes of study.
• Supervise undergraduate and taught postgraduate dissertations.
• Act as personal tutor to students.
• Participate fully in assessment and examination process as appropriate using a variety of methods and techniques and provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students to support their learning.
• Participate in and develop internal and external networks. At Grade 7, lead and develop networks.
• Act as a module tutor.
• Be responsible for the pastoral care of students within a specified area.
• Identify the need for developing the content or structure of modules with colleagues and make proposals on how this should be achieved.
• Contribute to the accreditation of courses and quality control processes.
• Advise others on strategic issues such as student recruitment and marketing.
• Engage in subject, professional and pedagogy research as required to support teaching activities. At Grade 7, act as principal investigator and project leader.

This is a full-time post, and you will be offered an indefinite contract.

About You:

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

• PhD and first degree in a relevant subject (PhD submitted or imminent completion by time of application).
• Academic specialism in any aspect of politics and research methods.
• Demonstrable excellence in and experience of university research-led teaching.
• Good presentational and communicative skills.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to supervise student research at BA, MA and PhD levels.
• Ability to provide support and guidance in the supervision and tutoring of Undergraduate and Postgraduate students.

• Administrative experience.
• Knowledge and skills in curriculum development.
• Interest in and experience with online, blended and distance learning.

• PhD and first degree in a relevant subject (PhD submitted or imminent completion by time of application).
• Academic specialism in politics and research methods.
• Demonstrable excellence in and experience of university research-led teaching.
• Good presentational and communicative skills.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to supervise student research at BA, MA and PhD levels.
• Ability to provide support and guidance in the supervision and tutoring of Undergraduate and Postgraduate students.
• Knowledge and skills in curriculum development.
• Interest in and experience with online, blended and distance learning.

• Administrative experience.

Full details of the role and the skills and experience required can be found in the attached job description.

Further information: We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King’s.

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

To find out how our managers review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages.

Interviews are due to be held on w/c 28 April. This role does meet the requirements of the Home Office and therefore we are able to offer sponsorship for candidates who require the right to work in the UK.

Grade and Salary: £44,355 to £62,422 per annum, inclusive of £5,000 per annum London Allowance.