Hourly Paid Lecturer - Philosophy

Nottingham Trent University; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent UK university is seeking an experienced Hourly Paid Lecturer in Philosophy to enhance their academic team. The role involves teaching, preparing, and assessing course material with flexibility in hours. Candidates should have a postdoctoral qualification and relevant specialisms. This position offers an engaging teaching environment within a collaborative department, providing growth in both teaching and research skills.

Qualifications

• Postdoctoral candidates preferred with teaching and research specialisms in philosophy.
• Experience in teaching and an understanding of higher education.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach philosophy literature and related subjects at the university level.
• Prepare and mark scheduled program work.
• Collaborate with faculty and contribute to departmental initiatives.

Job description

Hourly Paid Lecturer - Philosophy

Nottingham Trent University

Nottingham

£64,211 per year - estimated ?

Contract

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Hourly Paid Lecturer - Philosophy

50.75 per direct teaching hour.

This includes 2 or more of the following elements: teaching, preparation and marking of the scheduled programme of work.

A flat rate of 20.30 per direct teaching hour will be paid for completing one of the above elements of the schedule.

The number of hours required and the days of the week may vary.

About the Role

The Department of Humanities is looking to recruit an experienced Hourly Paid Lecturer in Philosophy to increase the pool of available expertise. Successful candidates will be post doctoral and will have teaching and research specialisms in philosophy literature. For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.

About Us

The department of Humanities within the School of Social Science at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is a diverse, supportive and collaborative community in which to innovate, explore and create. Our specialities span across a range of subject areas, including history, heritage, English literature, creative writing and philosophy. Together, our unique community of experts are combining different perspectives and deepening our understanding of the world.

Our courses are built on the ethos of developing intellectual and practical skills, adding value to students employability and providing an outstanding student experience.

We are strengthened by our partnerships and engagement with local, national and international organisations, ensuring that our courses and research are value-driven and externally relevant.

Our curiosity about humanity and the world we share drives our insight, research and our learning.

For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Dr Andy Gritt, Head of Humanities at [e-mail]

Safe and Inclusive

At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. By championing positive wellbeing, we promote an environment where all can thrive and reach their full potential. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.

Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system however, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. For more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.

Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.