Early Modern History Lecturer — Remote/Hybrid

The Open University; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Open University is seeking a Lecturer in Early Modern History on a fixed-term, part-time (0.5 FTE) contract until 31 January 2029. The role focuses on developing and delivering distance learning content across British, European and Global history modules, with opportunities for interdisciplinary and postgraduate teaching.

Applicants should have a research specialism in early modern history (c.1500–1800), ideally Tudor England, and a proven ability to write engaging online materials and

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in History or cognate area (PhD preferred).
• Research and teaching experience in early modern Britain, Ireland or Europe.
• Ability to develop distance learning materials for online and print.
• Interest in distance learning and educational technologies.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for engaging students.
• Ability to collaborate and work independently.
• Strong research profile in History appropriate to career stage.
• Strong time management to balance diverse duties.
• Ability to comply with equality legislation and university policies.
• Research expertise in Tudor England.
• Experience producing online/distance learning materials.
• Willingness to teach themes beyond core expertise.
• Willingness to contribute to interdisciplinary teaching.
• HEA teaching qualification or fellowship.
• Experience applying for or receiving research funding.
• Public engagement experience and collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching, research and administration of the History School.
• Develop and deliver distance learning modules for undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Prepare assessment materials and participate in module presentations and boards.
• Engage in interdisciplinary teaching and public engagement where appropriate.
• Support and manage academic administration as required by Head of History.
• Contribute to research outputs and income generation.

Skills

Early modern Britain/Europe teaching

Distance learning materials

Written and oral communication

Collaborative & independent work

Research & publication profile

Time management

Equality & policy compliance

Tudor England research

Interdisciplinary teaching

Public engagement experience

Education

Postgraduate degree in History or cognate area (PhD preferred)

Tools

HEA teaching qualification or Fellowship

Job description

The Open University is seeking a Lecturer in Early Modern History on a fixed-term, part-time (0.5 FTE) contract until 31 January 2029. The role focuses on developing and delivering distance learning content across British, European and Global history modules, with opportunities for interdisciplinary and postgraduate teaching.

Applicants should have a research specialism in early modern history (c.1500–1800), ideally Tudor England, and a proven ability to write engaging online materials and