Lecturer in Psychosocial Studies/Sociology

3 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Birkbeck, University of London Full time

Do you have an interest in teaching social class and qualitative research methodologies? We at Birkbeck, University of London, are thrilled to announce an opening for the position of Lecturer in Psychosocial Studies/Sociology. As a respected institution, we are committed to providing high-quality education and fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment.

As Lecturer for the School of Social Sciences, you will be teaching for this coming year for 12 months, from September 2024.

As a Lecturer in Psychosocial Studies/Sociology, your responsibilities will include:

  • Delivering high-quality teaching on the BA Psychosocial Studies and the BA Sociology undergraduate programmes
  • Serving as Programme Director for the BA Psychosocial Studies and overseeing the flagship undergraduate course
  • Teaching the following three modules:
    1. Class (level 6, BA Psychosocial Studies)
    2. Dissertation (level 6, BA Psychosocial Studies/BA Sociology)
    3. Key Concepts: Global Foundations in Sociology (level 4, BA Sociology) plus others
  • Supervising student projects and dissertations
  • Contributing to the development of the curriculum
  • Engaging in public outreach linked to your academic specialism.

The ideal candidate for the Lecturer in Psychosocial Studies/Sociology role should have:

  • A PhD (or equivalent) level in an appropriate specialism or extensive professional practice in a subject related area
  • Teaching experience at degree and/or postgraduate level
  • An understanding of different teaching and learning methods
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Organisation and administration skills
  • A commitment to working with diversity.

Remuneration

£42,365 rising to £58,554 per annum. The salary, Grade LLEC, quoted is on the College's London Pay Scale which includes a consolidated Weighting/Allowance which applies only to staff whose normal contractual place of work is in the London area.

Birkbeck offers a competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements and some of the most generous benefits in the HE sector, all while being located right in the heart of Central London.

Terms and Conditions

Fixed-term, full-time contract (35 hours per week); September 2024 – August 2025. Please submit a CV for consideration. Closing date: 24 May 2024, interview date: 17 June 2024.

Enquiries

If you would like to know more about the role, please click on apply below or contact Rosie Cox, [Head of the School of Social Sciences], at - more details at

If you have technical issues or difficulties using the recruitment portal please contact , providing your name and the job reference number of the position. While we are happy to respond to all informal enquiries, only formal applications through the online system will be considered.

We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.

£42,365 to £58,554 per annum

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