Associate Lecturer (Teaching) in Social Data Science and Cartography

The Department of Geography is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading geography departments, ranking 5th worldwide in the QS Ranking 2026 and 4th in the Shanghai rankings 2025. It has received high ratings across all UK Research Assessment Exercises, with 96% of its research activity classified as World Leading (4*) or Internationally Excellent (3*) in the 2021 REF. UCL Geography covers a broad range of Human and Physical Geography and is committed to cross‑disciplinary teaching and research. Current research is organised into eight clusters, and staff actively engage in collaborative initiatives across UCL, including the Institute of Advanced Studies, the Urban Lab, the UCL Anthropocene initiative and the Sarah Parker Remond Centre for the study of Racism and Racialisation. Collaboration extends to Archaeology, Anthropology, the Bartlett School, Political Science, Earth Science, Computer Science, Genetics, Evolution and Environment (GEE) and Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering (CEGE). Environmental research is supported centrally by the Environment Domain and the UCL Climate Hub. UCL values Geography as a global discipline and welcomes applicants with regional expertise worldwide. We seek a colleague who shares our commitment to inclusivity, collegiality and openness, and who contributes to our tradition of disruptive, honest and critical thinking on global issues such as climate change and environmental degradation.

The Department is inviting applications for a one‑year fixed‑term Associate Lecturer (Teaching) in Social Data Science and Cartography, beginning September 2026, at 0.5 FTE. The role will support teaching across the department, focusing on spatial data, social data science, and cartography, with an emphasis on quantitative geography, spatial statistics, GIS, data visualisation, and geospatial analysis. The appointment requires the ability to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, provide tutorial support for first‑year curriculum, and demonstrate a strong quantitative skill set. The position is a 0.5 FTE, one‑year fixed term role to cover a member of staff. Funding ends 31st August 2027. Salary range is Grade 7, SP 33‑37: £47,451 – £52,586 per annum, pro‑rata (including London Allowance). This role is eligible for hybrid working, with a minimum amount of on‑site time to be determined in conjunction with the line manager. This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa certificate of sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation; therefore UCL cannot sponsor individuals who require a right to work in the UK for this role. This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research, Teaching and Professional Services Staff.

About you: Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant discipline by the start of the appointment and demonstrate expertise in the subject areas taught in this role. They must have an aptitude for teaching and developing Geography modules at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and be committed to fostering a positive learning environment for students. Excellent presentation and teaching communication skills, the ability to collaborate with colleagues, and the capacity to meet deadlines are essential. Applicants should submit a covering letter outlining how they meet the essential criteria and a curriculum vitae, combined into one PDF file.

Benefits: 41 days holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 6 closure days), Additional 5 days annual leave purchase scheme, Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE), Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan, On‑site gym, Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay, Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: As London’s global university, we recognise that diversity fuels creativity and innovation. We encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and, for grades 9 and 10, women. The department upholds equality, diversity and inclusion through active committees and networks for BME, LGBTQ, and disabled/neurodiverse staff and students. We are proud to hold an Athena SWAN Silver award and aim to create a supportive environment for all staff and students.

Legal statements: UCL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.

Application process: To apply, please submit the required documents through the UCL recruitment portal by the advertised closing date. All applications will be assessed in accordance with UCL’s equality, diversity and inclusion policy.