Lecturer (Teaching) in Norwegian Language and Comparative Literature

UCL Eastman Dental Institute; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UCL Eastman Dental Institute is seeking a full-time Lecturer in Norwegian Language and Comparative Literature to teach modules and supervise dissertations. Successful candidates will hold a postgraduate qualification, preferably a PhD, and possess fluent Norwegian and English language skills, along with strong communication abilities. The role offers opportunities for scholarship and participation in research activities.

Benefits

41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave)

Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

On-site gym

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in Norwegian Teaching, Linguistics, or Nordic Studies.
• Expert knowledge of literary theory and history.
• Committed to high-quality teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach Norwegian language and Comparative Literature at undergraduate and MA levels.
• Supervise BA and MA-level dissertations.
• Assist in Scandinavian-language module examinations.

Skills

Fluency in Norwegian

Fluency in English

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

PhD (completed or close to completion)

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29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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About the role

We are looking for a candidate to teach approximately contact hours over an academic year, primarily in Norwegian language at undergraduate level, and Comparative Literature at BA and/or MA level. Core teaching will include the following modules: ‘Introduction to Norwegian Language and Culture’ and ‘Intermediate Norwegian Language and Culture’.

The post holder will also contribute to teaching and BA and/or MA-level dissertation supervision on Scandinavian literature, culture and history, and Comparative Literature. The post holder will also assist in the examination of other Scandinavian-language modules as part of the Scandinavian language teaching team, and participate in programme-related activities, events and student recruitment.

The post holder is entitled to devote 15 per cent of their working hours to scholarship and/or research, and will be welcome to participate in our Research Clusters, research seminar series, public engagement initiatives, and other events and projects.

This is a full-time post. The successful candidate will be expected to take up the position from 1 September or as soon as possible thereafter.

About you

The successful candidate will have at least a postgraduate qualification (Master’s degree or equivalent) within the area of Norwegian Teaching as an Additional Language and/or Norwegian Linguistics and/or Translation in a Nordic context and/or Nordic Studies.

We are particularly interested in candidates with a PhD (completed or close to completion) in Norwegian Language or Literature, Nordic Studies, Translation, Comparative Literature, or another subject relevant to teaching in SELCS-CMII.

They will be completely fluent in Norwegian and English and have expert knowledge of literary theory and history, sufficient to teach Comparative Literature at BA level.

The post holder will have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills when dealing with both colleagues and students, excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage time and work to strict deadlines. They will also be committed to high-quality teaching.

Please see the job description for full details.

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)

Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)

Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

On-site gym

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance