Teaching Associate for Foundations (Political Philosophy)

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Teaching Associate for its Foundations module in Political Philosophy. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with students and contribute to the development of future leaders in public policy. The position involves leading seminars, assessing student work, and collaborating with module convenors to enhance the learning experience. With a commitment to employee wellbeing, the school provides a supportive environment and numerous benefits, including generous leave and opportunities for hybrid working. Join a dynamic team dedicated to impactful education and research.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

38 Days Annual Leave

Family Leave Schemes

Childcare Services

Cycle Loan Scheme

Discounted Bus Travel

Social and Sports Club Membership

Hybrid Working Opportunities

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in political philosophy/political theory required.
• Experience in teaching and leading seminars is essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Seminar Leader and lead seminar organization.
• Contribute to assessment and assist with administration.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Political Philosophy Knowledge

Seminar Leadership

Curriculum Development

Education

Master's Degree in Political Philosophy/Political Theory

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Teaching Associate for Foundations (Political Philosophy), Oxford

Client: University of Oxford

Location: Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 878b07fcd4d6

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Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

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Blavatnik School of Government, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG

About the Blavatnik School of Government

Our vision is of a world better led, a world better served and a world better governed. We are a global school committed to improving the quality of government and public policymaking worldwide, through three routes: teaching, generating research with impact, and engaging with governments and practitioners.

What we offer

The School is a collaborative, friendly, and dynamic department based in an award-winning building in Oxford. We host regular events and talks with well-known guest speakers – all of which are open to staff. On the social side, we have regular coffee/cake mornings for staff, a family-friendly Halloween event, and Christmas and summer parties. As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days’ annual leave
• Family leave schemes and a comprehensive range of childcare services
• Cycle loan scheme and discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Opportunities for hybrid working

More information about working at the School can be found on our website.

About the role

The Blavatnik School of Government is seeking to recruit a Teaching Associate to join the teaching team for the compulsory Foundations module within the Master in Public Policy (MPP). Foundations runs in Michaelmas term (October - December). As a Teaching Associate, you would be expected to:

• Serve as a Seminar Leader
• Take a lead role with respect to organisation of seminars
• Contribute to assessment
• Assist the module convenors with administration

There may also be opportunities to undertake a small amount of lecturing and case study teaching. While primary teaching on the Foundations module occurs in Michaelmas term, other Teaching Associate duties may be spread out over the full academic year. This post is fixed-term for one year and on a variable hours basis.

About you

You should hold a relevant Master’s degree in political philosophy/political theory and have sufficient depth and breadth of knowledge in political philosophy to develop module materials. Experience and excellence in teaching and leading seminars, and the ability to teach to non-specialists are also essential.