Teaching Associate in Philosophy [Temporary Cover]

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cambridge seeks a Teaching Associate in Philosophy to provide temporary cover for 20 months from January 4, 2027. The role is based in the Faculty of Philosophy in Cambridge and requires a PhD in Philosophy or imminent completion, with active research plans in philosophy.

The successful candidate will demonstrate teaching expertise, including Frege at 2nd-year level and 1st/2nd order logic at 3rd-year level, with flexibility to teach other areas.

Qualifications

• PhD in Philosophy or near completion by start of appointment.
• Active research in philosophy.
• Ability to teach Frege at 2nd-year level and 1st/2nd order logic at 3rd-year level; other courses in logic welcome.

Responsibilities

• Deliver up to 40 lectures per academic year (24 in first partial year).
• Supervise MPhil students and examine at undergraduate and MPhil levels.
• Contribute to administrative functions of the faculty.
• Opportunity to participate in College teaching for additional remuneration.

Skills

Philosophy teaching

Frege

Logic

Undergrad teaching

Education

PhD in Philosophy

Job description

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 role
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• The names and contact details to two referees who are familiar with your work

If 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].

For questions on the application process, please contact the School's HR Team on [e-mail].

The 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.

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.