Lecturer in Philosophy

1000scholars; Leeds; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday

Pension scheme with employer's contrib

Discounted gym membership

Personal development courses

On-site childcare

Shopping discounts

Travel schemes

Job summary

University of Leeds invites applications from an ambitious philosopher with expertise in moral and/or political philosophy to join the School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science. The appointee will lead an independent research programme of international standard and contribute to teaching and the student experience.

The post offers a generous package, with strong research support and opportunities for personal development within a vibrant academic community at the University of Leeds.

Responsibilities

• Lead or direct their own original and independent programme of research at an international standard.
• Teach philosophy and contribute to the student experience across undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Job description

Working Time: 100%

Interview Date: Wednesday 10 February 2027

Downloads: Candidate Brief (PDF)

Are you an ambitious researcher in Philosophy with the ability to carry out world-leading research and deliver an exceptional student experience in a research-intensive Russell Group University? Would you like to join and contribute to a vibrant philosophical community within the interdisciplinary School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science?

The School of Philosophy, Religion, and History of Science at the University of Leeds is seeking an outstanding philosopher with research expertise and teaching experience in moral and/or political philosophy, understood to comprise metanormative theory, moral psychology, normative ethics, political philosophy, and legal philosophy. The successful candidate will lead or direct their own original and independent programme of research at an international standard.

The philosophical community within the School is one of the largest and most vibrant in the UK. We have particular research strengths in metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of science, philosophy of mind, aesthetics, ethics, and political philosophy. Research activity in the area of this post is supported by the Centre for Aesthetic, Moral and Political Philosophy (CAMP). The School has the ambition to be a dynamic and welcoming community renowned for both its academic excellence and its impact on policy, practice, and public life. We value an inclusive working and learning environment and our aim is to develop a diverse staff and student community reflective of this.

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) - That's 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance- the University contributes 14.5% of salary
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
• And much more!

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Prof Pekka Väyrynen, Deputy Head of School (Philosophy and History of Science). Email: [e-mail]

£51,753 to £59,966 per annum