Teaching Associate in Philosophy (Fixed-Term) (ARTS272625)

Karlstad University; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Teaching Associate in Philosophy for a fixed-term position to teach core modules and support students. The successful candidate will have a PhD in Philosophy and must demonstrate a solid teaching experience in relevant areas, including metaphysics and continental philosophy. The role includes supervising undergraduate dissertations and engaging in departmental administration. Applications are invited from candidates committed to enhancing diversity and inclusion in academia.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of delivering quality teaching to undergraduate students.
• Experience in the areas of metaphysics, continental philosophy, and philosophy and mortality.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching and assessment for undergraduate modules.
• Supervise and assess undergraduate dissertations.
• Engage in professional development related to teaching.

Skills

Teaching experience in Philosophy

Ability to effectively collaborate

Student pastoral support

Education

PhD in Philosophy

Job description

Teaching Associate in Philosophy (Fixed-Term) (ARTS272625)

The Department of Philosophy wishes to appoint a Teaching Associate in Philosophy, with expertise in the areas of metaphysics, continental philosophy, and philosophy and mortality.

We are inclusive, welcoming, and caring, and pride ourselves on our positive community. Diversity is vital to our success and fundamental to our values, and we want to continue to tackle issues faced by underrepresented groups in Philosophy. You will be able to demonstrate an ability to make a positive difference in this regard. We are particularly keen to receive applications from people who are currently underrepresented in the field.

Shortlisting is anonymous (by criteria-based questions rather than CV or letter): we cannot see any personal data or the ‘Additional Information’ section in your application until shortlisting is completed.

About the role:

In the spring semester you will contribute to teaching and assessment for the level 1 module ‘Mind, Knowledge, and Ethics’ (Ethics), and you will supervise and assess some undergraduate dissertations. In the autumn semester you will convene and teach some or all of the undergraduate modules ‘Metaphysics, Science, and Language’ (level 1, 10 credits), ‘Continental Philosophy’ (level 2, 20 credits), and ‘Philosophy and Mortality’ (level 3, 20 credits). You will be responsible for assessment in each module, marking coursework and/or exams as appropriate.

Course materials from previous years will be available for all modules. They can be reviewed, edited or adapted to suit your own philosophical vision.

You will have an excellent track record of delivering quality teaching to undergraduate students. You will have teaching experience in at least some of the required areas. You must have a PhD already awarded (or to be awarded by time of appointment) in Philosophy.

The well‑being and development of our students is of utmost importance to us, so the successful candidate will take a proactive role in the pastoral support of students. You will also be responsible for a reasonable share of departmental administration, and the ability to collaborate effectively with others is essential. You will be expected to engage in professional development related to teaching and engage with local and national teaching developments.

This post will be offered on a fixed‑term, full‑time contract, commencing 31 January 2026 until 30 January 2027.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Fiona Ellis, Head of Department, email: [e-mail]. Applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 05 Jan 2026
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)

Job details

Title

Teaching Associate in Philosophy (Fixed-Term) (ARTS272625)

2026-01-05 23:59 (Europe/London)
2026-01-06 00:59 (CET)

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