Departmental Lecturer in Early Modern History

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a passionate Departmental Lecturer in Early Modern History. This role involves supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research, developing engaging course materials, and contributing to the vibrant academic community at a prestigious university. The ideal candidate will possess a doctorate or be close to completion, with a strong background in Early Modern History and a commitment to teaching excellence. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the next generation of historians in a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment.

Qualifications

• Completed doctorate or near completion in Early Modern History.
• Experience in supervising theses and course material development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise undergraduate theses and manage research activities.
• Organize course materials and contribute to academic administration.

Skills

Teaching Aptitude

Course Material Development

Research Skills

Administrative Skills

Education

Doctorate in History

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Departmental Lecturer in Early Modern History, Oxford

Client:

University of Oxford

Location:

Oxford, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

The Faculty of History, located at George Street, Oxford (OX1 2RL), will move to The Stephen A Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Oxford (https://www.schwarzmancentre.ox.ac.uk), and Balliol College, Broad Street, Oxford (OX1 3BJ).

About the role

The successful applicant will supervise undergraduate theses and Masters and DPhil dissertations, produce lecture notes, course materials, reading lists, and reference guides as required. They will organize specific areas of the syllabus at undergraduate and/or graduate levels, contribute to the administration and organization of History at Balliol, act as a college adviser to students, participate in undergraduate admissions including interviews, support course development, manage their own research activities, and engage with the academic community.

About you

You should have a completed doctorate or be close to completion, possess sufficient knowledge to develop course materials and research proposals, demonstrate teaching aptitude, and have some experience in Early Modern History courses. Administrative skills such as coordinating undergraduate cohorts or courses, a publication record appropriate to your career stage, and familiarity with Early Modern History literature are essential. Knowledge or interest in early modern global history, especially European and non-European contacts, is desirable.

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