Lecturer in Political Theory

at  Manchester Metropolitan University

Lecturer (Political Theory) – (1.0 FTE, 2-year FT) in the Department of History, Politics, and Philosophy
The Department of History, Politics, and Philosophy is pleased to invite applications for a 1.0 FTE 2-year fixed-term lectureship in political theory.
Situated within the Arts & Humanities Faculty, The Department of History, Politics and Philosophy brings together the expertise of over 50 academic staff. The History team share an interest in European, American, Eastern histories, stretching from the Ancient to the Contemporary period. We have a long tradition of publicly engaged research and work extensively with partners across the region.

The Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Manchester Metropolitan University is a unique environment where Humanities, Languages and Social Sciences sit alongside the Manchester School of Art and the Manchester Fashion Institute. Student experience is at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to offer state-of-the-art facilities, including digital and technical workshops, studios and gallery spaces designed to enhance learning and collaboration.

• The successful applicant will support the delivery of the existing portfolio of political theory modules in our Politics programmes at undergraduate level, including Political Analysis, the History of Modern Political Thought, and Political Ideologies. Other responsibilities will include the supervision of undergraduate dissertations and acting as a personal tutor.
• The successful candidate for this post will be an expert in a relevant area of political theory, the history of political thought, political analysis, or political ideologies. You will hold a good first degree and a doctorate in a relevant subject area and have experience of teaching political thought/theory with a decolonising approach at undergraduate level.

To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter via our application portal. For an informal discussion regarding the requirements of the role please contact Dr Gavin Schaffer (g.schaffer@mmu.ac.uk)
Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits that a diverse organisation can bring. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates, who we recognise are underrepresented in this area.
We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations about this throughout the application proces

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