About us:
The Department of Philosophy is one of the largest and most distinguished in the UK. We have particular researchstrengths in the history of philosophy, philosophy of mind and psychology, philosophy of language and linguistics, metaphysics, epistemology, and philosophy of science and ethics and political philosophy.
About the role:
The Philosophy Department at King’s College London is seeking an outstanding philosopher (Lecturer) with research expertise and teaching experience in Ethics and/or Politics. The successful candidate will lead or direct their own original and independent programme of research at an international standard.
This is a full-time post (35 Hours per week), 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:
Essential criteria
- A PhD in Philosophy or relevant related area (awarded or viva passed) at time of appointment
- Outstanding research achievement and potential, relative to career stage, for leading their own programme of research in Ethics and/or Political Philosophy.
- Relevant teaching competence and experience and outstanding ability to engage, teach, supervise and support undergraduate and postgraduate students. Experience of module design and management.
- Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion issues; how they may impact on academic content and issues relating to student need.
- The ability and willingness to manage administrative tasks as needed for the running of the Department, the Faculty and the College. Evidence of willingness to take on leadership roles with respect to the administration of the Department, Faculty, and College.
Desirable criteria
- Research and/or teaching expertise or competence in other areas that will help widen or consolidate our curriculum.
- Research that has non-academic impact and wider benefits beyond academia.
Further Information
At King’s, we believe that the diversity of our community and a culture that is welcoming, open, inclusive and collaborative, are great strengths of the university.
The Equality Act of 2010 protects the rights of our students and staff and provides a framework to fulfil our duties to eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and in addition, to advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations between those who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. At times, this will include balancing rights and beliefs that can feel in tension.
When engaging in the robust exchange of ideas, we ask that our community is mindful of our Dignity at King’s guidance.
£45,031 to £47,379 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance
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