The Department of Government The Department of Government at Essex are world leaders in political science, ranked top in the UK for research excellence (REF2014), 5th for politics in the UK (The Times Good University Guide 2018), top 10 in the world for political science and international relations according to the Centre for World University Rankings (2018), among the top 50 departments on the planet according to the QS World University Rankings. With 92% student satisfaction (NSS 2017) and having been awarded Q-Step Affiliate Status, we are committed to excellence in education and research. The Department is now seeking to appoint an academic at the Lecturer level.Duties of the RoleThe post-holder is expected to conduct research and teaching in Political Theory. They will supervise undergraduate projects, MA, and PhD dissertations. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to generate research income, to contribute to the administration and leadership responsibilities within the Department, and to the local, regional and international profile of the Department.Key responsibilities will include contributing to excellence in education by designing and delivering substantive and effective teaching and learning support, at undergraduate and postgraduate leaves; and engaging in individual and/ or collaborative research activity, resulting in internationally excellent publications, that is in keeping with REF criteria.A full list of key responsibilities and main duties (Education, Research and Leadership and Citizenship) can be found within the job pack.Skills and qualifications requiredThe successful candidate will hold a relevant doctoral level research degree in Political Science or will have equivalent professional experience or practice or be close to completion of a PhD. They will be a member of the Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, or have the ability to gain this at an appropriate level within a defined period of appointment.Candidates will be required to demonstrate proven experience in teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels or demonstrable potential to engage in teaching and learning support in higher education; evidence of a clear publication plan for submission to future Research Excellence Framework (REF) programmes; and a sustained engagement in continuing professional development in relevant subjects/disciplines and their pedagogies.This is a permanent, full-time role on an ASER (teaching and research) contract.We particularly welcome applications from those who identify as female as they are under-represented in the Department. To support and advance the careers of female colleagues the Department of Government is working towards a Scientific Women's Academic Network (Athena SWAN) award.At the University of Essex internationalism is central to who we are and what we do. We are committed to being a cosmopolitan, internationally-oriented university that is welcoming to staff and students from all countries and a university where you can find the world in one place.Please see the further detail link below for a full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role plus more information relating to the post. We recommend you read this information carefully before making an application. Applications should be made on-line, but if you would like advice or help in making an application, or need information in a different format, please telephone the Resourcing Team (01206 876559).*Further detail: Lecturer jobpack*More information: Working at the University