Purpose and Main Duties

This is an exciting opportunity to join our teaching teams on the BA English, the MA Contemporary Literature and Culture and the MA Modern and Contemporary Literature in the School of Arts at Birkbeck.

We are currently looking for a part-time fixed term Associate Lecturer A to teach on a number of modules beginning October 2015 as maternity leave cover.

The postholder will teach a variety of modules encompassing British, American and postcolonial modern and contemporary literature, at BA and MA level. Modules might include the BA core course The Novel, BA options like The ‘American Century’ and Beyond: US Literature and Culture since 1900, British Literature 1945-79, and the MA core course Postwar to Contemporary Literature. The postholder may also supervise BA and MA dissertation students.

Responsibilities will include giving lectures, leading seminars, administration and assessment of the module. The role may also involve the convening of some modules. You will deliver teaching to Birkbeck students, in order to enable them to complete their studies successfully and undertake all related course administrative duties as required.

All teaching takes place within the Department of English and Humanities’ evening timetable, between 6pm and 9pm, and may occur in the autumn, spring and summer terms.

Candidate Requirements

In addition to the job requirements outlined on the role profile the minimum requirements for selection are as follows:

• A Masters degree in English/American literature or an equivalent qualification with specific subject knowledge of literature;
• A demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the key historical and theoretical frameworks that inform the field of literary studies;
• Relevant teaching experience teaching in literature, American studies, and/or the arts at HE level;
• A good understanding of the needs of part-time adult learners with an ability to relate well to their individual needs and engage their interest and enthusiasm;
• Experience of marking and assessment at HE level;
• Demonstrably effective communication, interpersonal and presentation skills across a range of relevant contexts;
• A working knowledge of IT including word, excel, email and experience of/ willingness to use a virtual learning environment (Moodle);
• Able to work both as part of a team and independently as appropriate;
• Willingness to engage in reflective practice.

Please note: Candidates will need to demonstrate competence or significant potential in all areas.

In addition it is desirable that candidates have:

Further Information

Informal enquiries on the role can be made to Dr Anna Hartnell via email to a.hartnell@bbk.ac.uk however please note that only completed formal applications through the online system will be considered.

Remuneration: Payment is based on an hourly rate dependent upon length of continuous service with the College (starting rate £55.65 per hour inclusive pro-rata London Allowance and holiday pay) for contact hours worked.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Americas Section within the Department of Africa, Oceania and the Americas and work in a dynamic and world-renowned setting.  The British Museum is seeking a Curator: Americas with a specialisation in at least one sub region of North America. They will be responsible for the curation, development, research and presentation of the American collections.

Key areas of responsibility:

• To curate the Americas collections, improving catalogue and documentation for artefact and pictorial collections.
• To manage the North America Gallery.
• Maintain existing and develop new relationships and collaborations with source communities.
• Attract research funding and produce research output of international significance.
• To curate exhibitions relating to the Americas collections.
• To manage and support visits of source community members to the collection, and other research visits.
• To support loans, exhibitions, galleries and refreshment projects.
• Answer research and other enquiries, and assist with visitors, public programmes and acquisitions.

Person Specification:

The successful candidate will have a degree or equivalent in anthropology/archaeology or a related subject; specialising in a region of North America. You will have extensive field experience in the Americas, in relation to Native North American communities and academic publications in anthropology or related subject. You will have worked with or must be able to demonstrate knowledge of indigenous Americas collections and museum curatorial experience. You will also have experience of project management and supervising a curatorial team. You will have an active research profile that includes publications of national/international significance and a track record of attracting research funding.

About the British Museum:

Founded in 1753, the British Museum’s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture. With over 6.5 million visitors in 2014, the Museum is the top visitor attraction in the UK, and its world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures, Egyptian mummies, the Admonitions Scroll, and the Amaravati sculptures.

The Museum is an equal opportunity employer, supports a diverse workplace and offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Membership of the civil service pension scheme
• Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions
• Participate in private and public Museum activities, including talks by leading curators from around the world and behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for and manage their extraordinary collections
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Child care voucher scheme
• Professional & personal development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on food and gift shop purchases

If you are a positive individual, passionate about the Museum and would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, please visit the website for further information and details on how to apply. https://www.britishmuseum.org/about_us/jobs.aspx

Closing date: 10^th August 2015, Midday

Start date: 1 September 2015
Interview date: 11 August 2015
Post type: Full-time(1.00FTE)/Fixed term for two years
Grade: 6

The Department of English Literature at the University of Reading is looking to appoint a teaching Fellow in Modern English and American Literature. The successful candidate will teach on a number of courses and modules at undergraduate level, with special emphasis on 19th, 20th and 21st Century American Literature, Modern and Contemporary Anglophone literature, and a wider knowledge of English Literature. He or she will also contribute to appropriate administrative roles, and support the growth of student recruitment into the Department.

You will have:

–       A completed PhD in the area of Modern and Contemporary English and/or American Literature

–       A record of research publication in these areas appropriate to your career stage

–       The ability to teach Modern English, American, and Anglophone Literature at undergraduate and postgraduate levels

–       The ability to teach First-Year modules in a range of English Literature topics

–       The ability and willingness to carry out the administrative duties associated with teaching and assessment, as well as other administrative duties, in a timely and effective manner

–       The willingness to contribute fully to supporting the growth of student recruitment into the Department and at the University of Reading more widely

Informal contact details
Contact role: Head of Department
Contact name: Peter Robinson
Contact phone: +44 (0)118 378 7801
Contact email: p.robinson@reading.ac.uk

Alternative informal contact details
Contact role: Head of Department (elect)
Contact name: Andrew Nash
Contact phone: +44 (0)118 378 7350
Contact email: a.p.nash@reading.ac.uk

To formally apply, please visit www.reading.ac.uk/jobs or contact Human Resources, University of Reading, Whiteknights, PO Box 217, Reading RG6 6AH. Telephone +44(0)118 378 6771 (voicemail)

Centre for American Studies and School of English

You will undertake undergraduate and postgraduate teaching to be determined in conjunction with the Director of the Centre and the Head of School and deliver specialist modules in Twentieth-Century and/or Twenty-First Century American Literature at all levels of the BA and MA degrees. You will also carry out research and administration that contributes to and supports the work of the Centre and the School in developing and enhancing their reputations both internal and external to the University.

You will have a PhD relevant to the discipline, be a high quality teacher, and will demonstrate the ability to develop and deliver publications in peer-reviewed journals and monographs. You will be expected to develop ideas for future external research bids in cooperation with colleagues, and to collaborate in the demonstration of research impact.

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Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dr George Lewis, Director of the Centre for American Studies, gdgl1@le.ac.uk, or Dr Philip A. Shaw, ps209@le.ac.uk, Head of the School of English.

Closing date for applications is midnight Monday 3rd August 2015.

Interview Date: Monday 27 July 2015

The Department of Politics, Languages and International Studies at the University of Bath seeks to appoint a Teaching Fellow in Latin American Politics and Society, who will be responsible for the teaching of whole or parts of undergraduate Units on our programmes.

The successful applicant will have a first degree and have or be working towards a PhD in a relevant area, and native or near-native ability in Spanish.

You will have experience of teaching Latin American Politics and Society in a higher education context, will be passionate about teaching and be able to share that passion with others, motivating students and working as part of a team.

This is a full-time post, fixed-term for the period 01 September 2015 – 30 June 2016.

Further details:

• Job Description & Person Specification
• Terms of Employment

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