Job title: Graduate Teaching Assistant / Teaching Fellow
Department: Politics and International Studies
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Grade: 6
Salary: Contact hours are paid at a multiplier of 2.5 basic hours for group teaching to include preparation time spent in the classroom delivering teaching, class preparation; course administration; ('the multiplier') totalling £56.96/ £67.49 (basic hourly rate starts from £23.46 per hour, inclusive of London Allowance). Marking is paid at the basic hourly rate using plain time hours (from £23.46) and is part of the teaching contract.
Location: Bloomsbury, London
Hours: Hourly paid – dependent on hours worked
SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the School which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges.
About the Department
The SOAS Department of Politics and International Studies is a world-leading, research-led department, ranked 3rd in the world for academic reputation (QS World University Rankings / Politics 2027). The Department is known for its combination of both academic and professional training in politics and international relations with a focus on the Global South (Africa, Asia, and the Middle East).
About the Role
The Department of Politics and International Studies has vacancies for fixed term Graduate Teaching Assistants/Teaching Fellows to cover tutorial teaching for the modules listed below. Candidates will be expected to have specialist knowledge in the discipline(s) related to the contracted module, the ability to design and develop lessons for, and deliver engaging teaching to, undergraduate or postgraduate students from a diverse background. Candidates should also have strong time management skills, with the ability to plan work independently and meet varied deadlines. You can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities, which can be found on the SOAS website.
Modules Being Advertised Include
- Politics of Nationalism
- Politics of Gender
- Politics of Culture
- International Relations of South Asia
- Palestine/Israel and the International
- Concepts in Political Theory
- Critical Security Studies
- International Relations of East Asia
- Introduction to Research Methods
The full list of modules available are listed in the Job Description. Please state in your supporting statement the modules you are applying for.
How to Apply
Please complete the online application form, upload your CV and a supporting statement.
Closing date: 3rd August 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Interviews to be held: 10th August 2026
Further information
If you have any questions or require any assistance with regard to the application process, please contact HR Contact Form | SOAS
Successful candidates will need to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK or have limited leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with SOAS, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 for the duration of their contract.
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We are not able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.
We would particularly welcome applications from candidates from working class, first generation Higher Education, the Global South, Black, Asian or other minority ethnic and underrepresented groups. For this role we actively encourage applications from women who are underrepresented in these roles. All appointment decisions will be made on merit, following a fair and competitive process.
GTA/ Teaching Fellow - Politics in Camden Town employer: SOAS University of London
SOAS University of London is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. With generous holiday entitlement, flexible working arrangements, and a strong commitment to professional development, employees are empowered to grow and excel in their roles. Joining our newly established team means contributing to meaningful improvements in student and staff experiences within a prestigious institution located in the heart of London.
