Departmental Lecturer in English Literature

Q: What are the main teaching and research duties for this Oxford lecturer position?

The role involves undergraduate and graduate teaching for the English Faculty and Trinity College, plus graduate teaching and supervision on the MSt in English (1830-1914 strand). Research focus is on literature in English from 1830-1914.

Q: When is the application deadline and start date for this fixed-term lecturer post?

Applications close on June 3, 2026 . The post is a 1-year fixed-term appointment; exact start date is not listed but is expected to align with the academic year.

Departmental Lecturer in English Literature (1830-1914)

About the role

A 1-year fixed-term teaching and research appointment in English literature, with a core focus on literature in English from 1830-1914, is available for an outstanding academic at an early stage of their career. The appointee will be expected to provide undergraduate and graduate teaching on a range of topics in English language and literature for the English Faculty and Trinity College, and graduate teaching and supervision on the MSt in English (1830-1914 strand) for the Faculty.

About you

You will hold (or be near completion) of a Doctorate level degree in English literature or a related field, and have a proven research and publication record in 19th-century literature with a preference for the period 1830-1910. Evidence of ability to teach to undergraduate students at the highest level, in classes and tutorials.

The duties and skills required are described in further detail in the job description.

Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Departmental Lecturer in English Literature (1830-1914) role?

You must hold (or be near completion of) a Doctorate in English literature or a related field, with a proven research and publication record in 19th-century literature (preference for 1830-1910). Evidence of ability to teach undergraduates at the highest level in classes and tutorials is essential. See our guide to academic CVs.

📚What are the main teaching and research duties for this Oxford lecturer position?

The role involves undergraduate and graduate teaching for the English Faculty and Trinity College, plus graduate teaching and supervision on the MSt in English (1830-1914 strand). Research focus is on literature in English from 1830-1914.

🌍Is there visa sponsorship available for the Departmental Lecturer role at Oxford?

Visa sponsorship details are not specified in the post. International candidates should check eligibility with the University of Oxford HR or our lecturer career guide.

📅When is the application deadline and start date for this fixed-term lecturer post?

Applications close on June 3, 2026. The post is a 1-year fixed-term appointment; exact start date is not listed but is expected to align with the academic year.

💰What salary and benefits are offered for the Departmental Lecturer in English Literature at Oxford?

Salary information is not provided in the job posting. Typical Oxford lecturer scales apply; review our salary guide for context.

Departmental Lecturer in English Literature (1830-1914)

University of Oxford

The Stephen A Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Woodstock Road, Oxford, and Trinity College, Broad Street, Oxford