Teaching Associate in Philosophy [Temporary Cover]

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; Vor Ort; GBP 32.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

College teaching

Zusammenfassung

The University of Cambridge invites applications for a Teaching Associate in Philosophy to provide temporary cover for 20 months from 4 January 2027. The post is based in the Faculty of Philosophy in Cambridge and requires a PhD in Philosophy or completion by the start date.

The successful candidate will pursue ongoing research in Philosophy and teach core courses including Frege, and 1st/2nd order logic at undergraduate and masters levels.

Qualifikationen

• Philosophy PhD or nearing completion by start of appointment.
• Ability to teach Frege at 2nd-year level and logic at 3rd-year level.
• Willingness to participate in college teaching for additional remuneration.

Aufgaben

• Give up to 40 lectures per academic year (24 in partial year).
• Supervise MPhil students and examine at undergraduate and MPhil levels.
• Contribute to administrative functions of the faculty.

Kenntnisse

Philosophy PhD

Teaching experience

Frege

First/Second-order logic

Ausbildung

PhD in Philosophy

Jobbeschreibung

The Faculty of Philosophy is seeking to appoint a Teaching Associate in Philosophy to provide temporary cover for a period of 20 months from 4 January 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter. The role holder will be based in the Faculty of Philosophy in Cambridge.The successful candidate will hold a philosophy PhD or be awarded their PhD by the beginning of the appointment. We expect the successful applicant to be actively pursuing research in Philosophy.This post requires teaching expertise that is at the forefront of academic practice. Ability to teach central topics, including Frege at 2nd-year level, and 1st and 2nd order logic at 3rd-year level, as well as other courses in logic or related areas to be agreed at undergraduate and master's level is essential. The ability to teach in other areas would be an advantage.The person appointed will be required to give up to 40 lectures during the academic year (24 lectures during the first, partial academic year of the appointment), to supervise MPhil students, to examine at both undergraduate and MPhil level, and to contribute to the administrative functions of the faculty.The successful applicant will also have the opportunity to participate in College teaching for additional remuneration.The undergraduate syllabus (Guide to Courses) can be found on the Faculty's website. In order for your application to be considered, please upload the following:Covering letter outlining your suitability for the roleCurriculum Vitae (CV)The names and contact details to two referees who are familiar with your workIf you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.Informal enquiries about the role are welcomed and should be directed to Professor Michael Potter on [e-mail] questions on the application process, please contact the School's HR Team on [e-mail] closing date for applications is midnight (GMT) on Monday, 16 November 2026. Interviews are planned for Monday, 30 November 2026, subject to change.References for shortlisted candidates will be sought in the week commencing Monday, 23 November 2026; candidates are asked to inform their referees accordingly.Please quote reference GV51456 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.Apply online