Job title: Senior Teaching Fellow
Department: Religions and Philosophies
Contract Type: Fixed term until 31st August 2026
Grade: 7
Salary: £42,217.29 - £49,381.29 per annum inclusive of London Weighting.
Location: History, Religions and Philosophies
Hours: 92 hours in total
SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the School which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges.
About the Role
The Department Religions and Philosophies is looking to appoint a Senior Teaching Fellow to cover the teaching of Professor Almut Hintze.
To be successful in the role, you will have a PhD relating to Iranian Studies and a track record of excellent knowledge of Avestan and Zoroastrianism and teaching experience in these fields. You will be expected to teach the following courses in the academic year 2025 – 26:
Avestan: total: 40 hours
158000263/15PSRH066 Avestan A: Semester 1 10 weeks at two hours per week = 20 hours
158000264/15PSRH067 Avestan B: Semester 2 10 weeks at two hours per week = 20 hours

Please refer the Job description for details