Career Development Fellow in Philosophy

at  Durham University

Career Development Fellow in Philosophy (Job Number: 24000900)
Department of Philosophy
Grade 7: - £37,099 - £44,263 per annum
Fixed Term - Full Time
Contract Duration: 24 months
Contracted Hours per Week: 35
Working Arrangements: To be agreed with line manager
Closing Date: 25-Jun-2024, 5:59:00 PM
Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement: Not Applicable.

EDUCATION

• Teach modules at undergraduate/postgraduate levels, developing an awareness of different approaches to and methods of teaching and supporting student learning.
• Develop the ability to manage own teaching and designing, planning and writing of engaging and innovative teaching materials.
• Develop and deliver an inclusive curriculum and make an active contribution to an inclusive community in which diversity is embraced and celebrated.
• Co-supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students, and where appropriate act as part of a PhD supervisory team.
• Provide student support, assessment of academic performance and provision of feedback, dealing with student disciplinary matters and complaints.

It should be noted that the precise content of each Career Development Fellowship will vary dependent on the experience of the role-holder, their career aspirations, and the business need of the Department.
At the outset of the Fellowship a personal development plan will be produced in discussion with the Head of Department, which will outline any training needs, or other experience the post-holder wishes to gain to develop their academic career.
The development plan is a tool to assist the post-holder’s academic career progression and will be reviewed regularly during the Fellowship to ensure that development needs are being met.
During the course of the Career Development Fellowship the successful candidate will gain valuable experience in a wide spectrum of academic activities. Examples include: