Lecturer in Human Geography in Oxford

Lecturer in Human Geography

£41,064 rising annually to £44,746 pro rata

The School of Law and Social Sciences, Oxford Brookes University wishes to appoint a Lecturer (0.5 FTE) in Human Geography.

We are seeking applicants wishing to join a motivated and committed team, engaged in research‑informed teaching and fieldwork. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, including module leadership, lecturing, marking, student supervision, pastoral care, and administration and organisation of teaching.

You should be able to deliver core teaching across a range of human geography topics and modules such as Introduction to Geographical Skills and Techniques, Advanced Research Skills for Geographers, Geographical Perspectives, Global Change, Sustainable Futures, People and Planet, and Fragile Earth (new modules for 2026). There will likely be opportunities to develop specialist new modules.

We welcome applicants whose expertise contributes to applied, data‑informed human geography addressing contemporary global challenges, including specialisms such as digital and quantitative geographies (e.g. GIS and data analysis), sustainability and resource management (energy and security), and social dimensions of change such as migration.

An ability and enthusiasm to contribute to the teaching of geographical research methods is essential.

Applicants must have, or be very close to completing (submitted but awaiting viva/corrections), a PhD in Geography at the time of application. Evidence of research and publication record commensurate with career stage, ability to maintain and develop a research plan and publication strategy, potential for excellence in teaching, and a good record of collaboration and teamwork is required.

You will be responsible for:

• Teaching students using appropriate instruction methods and setting and assessing students’ work.
• Supervising and assessing students’ projects and dissertations.
• Undertaking research leading to international quality publications, seeking funded research opportunities and engaging in scholarly activity.
• Undertaking curriculum development work including planning, development, evaluation and updating of courses and course materials, and supervising course provision.
• Caring for the pastoral needs of students including counselling and guidance in relation to their academic programme.

You should have:

• A PhD, or be very close to completion (submitted but awaiting viva/corrections), in Geography or a closely related discipline.
• Experience of teaching undergraduates and/or postgraduates at HE level.
• A proven research record.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Skills in working independently and as part of a team.
• Ability and willingness to undertake, in some cases, lead on administrative duties and to participate fully in the School and Faculty.

Support in developing teaching practice is offered to all new teaching staff at Oxford Brookes.

Please note, due to the fractional basis this role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points‑based immigration system.

Benefits

Our employees’ well‑being, physical, mental and financial, is incredibly important to us. We offer a varied and comprehensive benefits package including:

• 35 days holiday, plus 8 Bank Holidays and approximately 5 additional University concessionary Days per year.
• Discounted rates for the University sports & gym facilities and access to other university facilities including NHS Dentist and Brookes on‑site Nursery.
• Discounted travel options (bus travel in and around Oxford, Park & Ride scheme, interest‑free loans for travel tickets and cycle‑to‑work scheme).
• Relocation scheme – £5,000 for candidates moving more than 30 miles on a permanent basis.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Connected community – a wide variety of staff networks fostering a vibrant and inclusive workplace.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee interview of any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

Contact: Dr Joe Williams, Programme Director for Geography – josephwilliams@brookes.ac.uk