Departmental Lecturer in Comparative Social Policy

at  University of Oxford

ABOUT YOU

You will hold, or be close to completion of, a doctorate relevant to Comparative Social Policy (e.g. public policy, social policy, political science or sociology), experience of teaching and research in the field and knowledge of a range of analytical techniques and methods. You will be able to teach, supervise and assess high-achieving graduate students from diverse cultural backgrounds; you will have experience of working as a part of a team with excellent oral and written communication skills.
Research and teaching specialisation in the social policy areas of political economy of social policy, healthcare, social policy and the environment, immigration and/or housing would be desirable.
This is a fixed-term post for two years.
The Department of Social Policy and Intervention holds a Bronze Athena Swan Award which demonstrates our commitment towards advancement of gender equality in higher education and research institutions: equal opportunities, representation and success for all.

HOW TO APPLY

As part of your application you will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement, along with the name and contact details of two referees. The supporting statement should explain how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the post using clear examples. Further information, including how to apply, is available in the attached job description. Any further enquires may be directed to the email address below.
Only online applications received by 12.00 noon on 24 June 2024 will be considered. Interviews will be held in July 2024

The Department of Social Policy and Intervention wishes to appoint a full-time Departmental Lecturer in Comparative Social Policy. This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant research centre and contribute to the continuing growth of teaching and research in the field of Comparative Social Policy and Social Policy Analysis in international comparison.
The Departmental Lecturer will primarily be involved in the delivery of teaching, supervision and examining on MSc and MPhil courses in Comparative Social Policy. They may also be required to undertake other administrative roles within the department, and there will be some time for the candidate to develop their research agenda.