Departmental Lecturer in Human Geography

The School of Geography and the Environment (SoGE), in association with Mansfield College, seeks an outstanding Departmental Lecturer in Human Geography to provide cover during Professor Derek McCormack’s period as Head of School. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the world’s leading centres for geographical research and teaching, within a vibrant and intellectually collaborative academic community.

We are particularly interested in candidates with strong teaching and research interests in cultural geography and related approaches within human geography. Preference may be given to applicants whose research complements the work of Professor McCormack. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching across core areas of human geography, including cultural geography, geographical thought, qualitative methods, and field-based teaching.

The role combines responsibilities within both SoGE and Mansfield College. You will deliver lectures, tutorials, seminars, and field teaching; supervise undergraduate dissertations and graduate students; contribute to assessment and admissions; and support the wider academic and pastoral life of the School and College. Alongside teaching, you will maintain an active research profile through publications, conference presentations, and the development of research funding applications.

We are seeking a candidate who, at the time of appointment, holds a PhD/DPhil in Human Geography, preferably Cultural Geography, or a closely related field, and can demonstrate high-quality teaching, a developing research profile, and a commitment to inclusive and supportive academic environments. Please note that if you are nearing completion, you will not be able to take up the post until your PhD has been awarded.

Candidates wishing to discuss the post informally may contact Professor Derek McCormack: derek.mccormack@ouce.ox.ac.uk

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to outstanding teaching and innovative research in human geography within a world-leading university environment.

This post is fixed term until 30 September 2029 and offered on a full-time basis (1 FTE / 37.5 hours). The role is available to start from 1 September 2026.