Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
05 Oct, 25
Salary
64644.0
Posted On
04 Sep, 25
Experience
0 year(s) or above
Remote Job
Yes
Telecommute
Yes
Sponsor Visa
No
Skills
Good communication skills
Industry
Education Management
ABOUT US
UCL Department of Science and Technology Studies (STS) seeks to appoint one Lecturer in Nature, Environment and Society to undertake teaching, research and related academic support duties.
STS is a department with growing student numbers, where we interpret science, technology and medicine in relation to society and culture broadly. Areas that we are interested in include but are not restricted to: history of science and medicine; philosophy of science and medicine; science and health communication; science, technology, medicine and social justice/equity; emerging technologies; science, technology, medicine and the Global South; science policy; sociology of science; science education; engagement with science; research methods (from a broad range of theoretical and methodological frameworks); science, medicine and public cultures.
ABOUT YOU
Applicants are required to demonstrate expertise in science, technology and society, as well as in nature, environment and society from an STS Perspective. They will have experience of carrying out research within these fields and in delivering teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Applicants should hold a PhD in an appropriate academic field. If not degree-holding, applicants should otherwise show significant professional development in the area of the subject to be taught.
Applicants must also demonstrate a commitment to working harmoniously with colleagues and students of all cultures and backgrounds.
For further details of the requirements of the role please consult the person specification and job description.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The postholder will be expected to develop a research programme in areas relevant to Science and Technology Studies, with a particular focus on nature- and environment-related subjects. For the purposes of this position, nature and environment may be construed liberally to include, but not be limited to, natural resources, human and more-than-human relationship, humans and other animals, the built environment, environmental history, environmental knowledge, climate change, environmental degradation, biodiversity loss, sustainability, all approached from an STS perspective. Applications from scholars with a focus on the Global South are especially welcome. This is a 100% FTE appointment starting in January 2026 until 31 July 2028.
The main duties of the post will involve research (including grant applications where necessary), teaching and administration. The successful candidate can expect to contribute to teaching modules already available as part of the departmental catalogue, and to develop new modules of their own design. Particulars about STS modules can be found online in our module library: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/sts/study-here/modules-and-courses.
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
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