Lecturer in French & Francophone Studies (Teaching and Research)

University of Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution in the heart of the UK is seeking a passionate Lecturer in French and Francophone Studies. This exciting role offers the opportunity to engage in innovative teaching and research while leading academic initiatives in a vibrant school. With a generous holiday allowance and access to top-notch facilities, you will thrive in an environment that values personal development and well-being. If you're ready to inspire the next generation of students and contribute to a rich academic culture, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

On-site childcare

Shopping discounts

Travel schemes

Qualifications

• Proven abilities in teaching and research in French and Francophone Studies.
• Experience in delivering university-level French programmes.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching in French and Francophone Studies.
• Provide academic leadership for French programmes.

Skills

French Language Proficiency

Teaching Experience

Research Skills

Education

PhD in French Studies or related field

Job description

Job Opportunity: Lecturer in French and Francophone Studies

Are you an academic with proven abilities to carry out cutting-edge teaching and research in French and Francophone Studies? Could you deliver quality teaching in French and Francophone Studies in the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies at Leeds?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual with expertise in French and Francophone Studies for a 2-year, 1FTE position. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching French and Francophone university programmes within the UK and/or abroad. Responsibilities include contributing to teaching at the school level, providing academic leadership for our French and Francophone programmes, and fostering research culture in French and Francophone Studies and the wider School.

Salary and Visa Information

Please note that this post may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route; however, first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more details, visit the UK Government’s Skilled Worker visa page. For research and academic posts, eligibility under the Global Talent visa will also be considered. More information is available on the Government’s Apply for the Global Talent visa page.

What We Offer

• 26 days holiday plus approximately 16 bank holidays (including Christmas), totaling 42 days off per year
• Generous pension scheme options and life assurance
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership at The Edge, our state-of-the-art campus gym with pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team
• Additional benefits include on-site childcare, shopping discounts, and travel schemes

To explore this opportunity further or for any queries, please contact:

Prof. Emma Cayley

Head of School, School of Languages, Cultures & Societies

Email: [e-mail]