Teaching Fellow

University of Aberdeen - School of Geosciences

Placed On: 10th March 2026

Closes: 6th April 2026

Job Ref: GEO485A

Type of Contract: Funding limited for 10 months

We are seeking a 1.0 FTE Teaching Fellow in Cultural Heritage for a 10-month post to provide undergraduate and postgraduate teaching cover for a faculty member on research leave.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, research-led teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with scope to shape teaching around their own expertise. We welcome applications from scholars working in community heritage and archaeology, critical heritage studies, or public archaeology. Applicants should have strong communication skills, be comfortable engaging diverse audiences, and work effectively as part of a team.

The post is based in a leading archaeology department, ranked 1st in the UK for Archaeology (The Times Good University Guide 2026), with regional strengths spanning Northern Europe, Scandinavia, the North Atlantic, and other high-latitude regions. The department draws on the University’s rich museum collections and strong cross-departmental interest in cultural heritage.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 6, £38,784 - £46,049 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Elisabeth Niklasson, Department of Archeology, e-mail: elisabeth.niklasson@abdn.ac.uk

Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Lucy Redmayne, HR Adviser (e-mail: lucy.redmayne@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.

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The closing date for the receipt of applications is 06 April 2026

*The School of Geosciences embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.*