Lecturer in Ethics and/or Politics

About us:

The Department of Philosophy is one of the largest and most distinguished in the UK. We have particular research strengths in the history of philosophy, philosophy of mind and psychology, philosophy of language and linguistics, metaphysics, epistemology, and philosophy of science and ethics and political philosophy.

About the role:

The Philosophy Department at King’s College London is seeking an outstanding philosopher (Lecturer/Senior Lecturer) with research expertise and teaching experience in Ethics and/or Politics. The successful candidate will lead or direct their own original and independent programme of research at an international standard.

This is a full time post (35 Hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract.

About you:

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria

• A PhD in Philosophy or relevant related area (awarded or viva passed) at time of appointment
• Outstanding research achievement and potential, relative to career stage, for leading their own programme of research in Ethics and/or Politics.
• Relevant teaching competence and experience and outstanding ability to engage, teach, supervise and support undergraduate and postgraduate students. Experience of module design and management.
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion issues; how they may impact on academic content and issues relating to student need.
• The ability and willingness to manage administrative tasks as needed for the running of the Department, the Faculty and the College. Evidence of willingness to take on leadership roles with respect to the administration of the Department, Faculty, and College.

Desirable criteria

• Research and/or teaching expertise or competence in other areas that will help widen or consolidate our curriculum.
• Research that has non-academic impact and wider benefits beyond academia.