Lecturer in Public Policy

King's College London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

King's College London’s School for Government seeks a Lecturer in Public Policy to contribute to teaching, research and executive education. The role is full-time, with an indefinite contract, and invites an entrepreneurial approach.

The appointee will teach a minimum of 100 hours per academic year, develop innovative content, supervise doctoral students, and engage with the Policy Institute's programmes and wider think-tank activities.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Social Policy; Public Administration; Public Policy; Sociology).
• Evidence of high-quality teaching provided to undergraduate and/or postgraduate students.
• Able to teach at least 100 hours per year and to lead courses and programmes.
• Strong track record of publications in public policy, public administration or international relations.

Responsibilities

• Teach a minimum of 100 hours of contact time per academic year.
• Develop innovative teaching content and delivery methods, including online delivery if possible.
• Build an active research pipeline and bid for/research grants and contracts.
• Supervise doctoral students and contribute to Policy Institute activities and programmes.

Skills

Teaching experience

Policy knowledge

Academic writing

Education

PhD in relevant field

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Lecturer in Public Policy to work within the School for Government at King's. This role will be a member of the academic staff of the school and contribute to the academic life of the School, as well as the wider Policy Institute, of which we are a part. The role requires an experienced individual who understands the contribution of continuing professional development and executive education for public servants. The candidate will have knowledge of the policy sector and public policy, and we particularly welcome candidates with knowledge of the Middle East and North Africa. The postholder will have an excellent teaching record and the ability to develop innovative teaching content and delivery methods. Experience of online content delivery is ideal but not essential. The post holder will be expected to teach a minimum of 100 hours of contact time each academic year. The candidate will be expected to have, and to build, an active research pipeline in their chosen field. They will be supported to bid for and deliver research grants and contracts and will also be encouraged and supported to supervise doctoral students, and to play an active and leading role in the Policy Institute's Doctoral Programme; Executive Education programmes; or another strategic domain. This is an exciting time for the School for Government, and so we welcome candidates with an entrepreneurial approach to their work. This is a full-time post, and you will be offered an indefinite contract, The Equality Act of 2010 protects the rights of our students and staff and provides a framework to fulfil our duties to eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and in addition, to advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations between those who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. At times, this will include balancing rights and beliefs that can feel in tension. We are committed to free speech and to academic freedom, believing that our foundational purpose as a university, is to create spaces where a wide range of ideas, including ideas that are controversial, can be discussed and debated, and where members of our community can express lawful views without fear of intimidation, harassment or discrimination. When engaging in the robust exchange of ideas, we ask that our community is mindful of our Dignity at King's guidance.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving rapidly, and we recognise its growing role in professional work. Applicants may use AI tools to support preparation of their application, for example to research the role or structure written responses. However, applications must reflect the applicant's own work and experience. AI tools should not be used during interviews or assessment activities unless this has been agreed in advance as a reasonable adjustment. Further guidance on the use of AI in recruitment can be found here.

Essential criteria

• PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Social Policy; Public Administration; Public Policy; Sociology; preference will be given to scholars with a focus on health and/or social care).
• Evidence of high-quality teaching provided to undergraduate and/or postgraduate students.
• Able to teach at least 100 hours per year and to lead courses and programmes.
• A strong track record of publications in a relevant field including public policy, public administration or international relations.
• Arabic Language Proficiency

Desirable criteria

• Experience of online content delivery.
• Teaching and examining experience.

The School for Government at King's College London is dedicated to creating a world led with intelligence, integrity and innovation through our research and education programmes. The School has undergone a period of rapid change, expanding in size over the last twelve months, and launching new programmes including an MSc in Health and Social Care Policy, and a programme for the Civil Service Fast Stream, alongside our existing programmes for the UK civil service and governments around the world.

We are located within the Policy Institute at King's, which is a unique school within King's, bringing together the best of rigorous academic research, the nimbleness of consultancy, and the policy focus of a think tank. We are also part of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Public Policy and collaborate with colleagues across the various schools of the faculty, helping create an exciting and interdisciplinary environment. At King's, we believe that the diversity of our community and a culture that is welcoming, open, inclusive and collaborative, are great strengths of the university.