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Lecturer in Political Theory
Department of Politics, International Relations and Philosophy
Location
Egham
Salary
£49,325
per annum pro rata - including London Allowance
This is the expected starting salary for this post. Appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.
Post Type
Full Time
Hours per Week
35
Weeks per Year
52
Closing Date
23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 03 June 2025
Reference
0525-106
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Full-Time, Fixed-Term (12 months)
The Department of Politics, International Relations and Philosophy at Royal Holloway seeks to appoint a Lecturer in Political Theory (teaching focused). The successful applicant would be expected to start in September 2025.
About the Department. The Department of Politics, International Relations and Philosophy is part of the School of Law and Social Sciences. The Department provides a full range of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes to a diverse student body. We carry out research across different sub-disciplines across research centres, including but not limited to the Contemporary Political Theory Group, the Democracy and Elections Centre, the Global Politics and Development Centre, the Centre for International Security, the Centre for Islamic and West Asian Studies, the New Political Communication Unit and the Gender Institute.
About the role. This post is in part cover for an existing member of staff. The successful candidate will convene and deliver modules as part of the political theory curriculum. In particular, we are looking for someone to convene and teach on the Department of Politics, International Relations, and Philosophy’s undergraduate Classic and Contemporary Readings in Politics and International Relations (Introduction to Political Philosophy), Modern Political Thought, Contemporary Anglo-American Political Theory and Political Theories of Freedom modules. A good grasp of the history of political thought from the 17th Century and contemporary Anglo-American political theory will be useful for the design and delivery of these modules.
About the characteristics we value. Alongside research and teaching, we are looking for individuals who are collegial and value collaborative working.
In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Training and Development opportunities
- Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
- Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing.
- Free parking
This post is based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr Kaat Smets, Head of Department of Politics, International Relations, and Philosophy (email: kaat.smets@rhul.ac.uk).
The Human Resources Department can be contacted with queries by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk.
Please quote the reference:0525-106
Closing Date: 3 June 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
The university has adopted hybrid working for some roles therefore some remote working may be possible for this role.
Royal Holloway is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), and encourages applications from all people regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, parental status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or trans status or history. More information on our structures and initiatives around EDI, including information on staff diversity networks, can be found on our Equality and Diversity Intranet page.