Associate Lecturer - Philosophy
Overview
Birkbeck, University of London offers an opportunity for an Associate Lecturer to join the teaching team within the School of Historical Studies for the Spring 2027 term. The position involves teaching specific modules covering the Philosophy of Mind and Cognitive Science, as well as the History and Foundations of AI.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent level in an appropriate specialism, or be close to completion, and possess a developing track record of research in the field. Candidates require teaching experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, along with an understanding of different teaching and learning methods and experience working with students from diverse backgrounds. Good organization, administration, and effective oral and written communication skills are also necessary. For the Philosophy of Mind and Cognitive Science module, candidates need in-depth knowledge of the discipline specific to that field, alongside higher education research and teaching experience. For the History and Foundations of AI module, applicants must have in-depth knowledge of philosophy, the history of AI including key figures and movements, theoretical foundations, and applications, coupled with the ability to convey this information clearly to non-technical audiences.
What you get
The position is a fixed-term, three-month, part-time contract operating on an onsite work arrangement in the United Kingdom. The starting rate of pay is £71.07 per hour inclusive of pro-rata London Allowance and holiday pay for contact hours worked, based on the starting point of Grade 7. This hourly rate includes a Duties Related to Teaching Multiplier at 2.5 covering preparation, teaching, administration, assessment marking, and other examining duties connected to the course.
How to apply
Interested candidates must submit a curriculum vitae for consideration. Informal enquiries can be directed to Robert Northcott. Formal applications must be submitted through the online recruitment system.
Key dates
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 1 November 2026. Interviews are scheduled to take place on Monday, 9 November 2026. The teaching modules run from 11 January to 22 March 2027 and from 13 January to 24 March 2027.
Links in this posting
- Birkbeck, University of London, has an opportunity for an Associate Lecturer to join the teaching team and support the School of Historical Studies this coming Spring 2027.
- Enquiries:If you would like to know more about the role, please click on apply below or contact Robert Northcott at r.northcott@bbk.ac.uk.
- If you have difficulty using the recruitment portal, please contact jobs@bbk.ac.uk providing your name and the job reference number of the position. While we are happy to respond to all informal enquiries, only formal applications through the online system will be considered.