Lecturer in Early Modern and/or Modern Philosophy - AC2925

Overview

The University of St Andrews invites applications for a Lecturer in Early Modern and/or Modern Philosophy position within the Department of Philosophy, located in the School of Philosophical, Anthropological, and Film Studies. This full-time, permanent appointment carries an expected start date of 1 September 2027. The role involves contributing to the department's academic community through active research publication and the delivery of high-quality teaching.

Who can apply

Applicants are required to hold a PhD in philosophy or a suitable cognate discipline. The institution particularly welcomes applications from disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic, and minority religions backgrounds.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a growing international research reputation in Early Modern and/or Modern Philosophy covering the 17th to 19th centuries, alongside additional expertise that aligns with or complements the research interests of the department. Essential qualifications include excellent teaching skills, an interest in promoting knowledge exchange, and some familiarity with grant-seeking processes involving research councils and other funding sources. The successful candidate must be capable of teaching the subject to undergraduate and taught postgraduate students from diverse backgrounds and maintaining an active research publication profile.

What you get

The position offers a salary ranging from £47,389 to £58,226 per annum, along with a permanent contract. Staff benefits include a financial contribution to relocation subject to eligibility, membership in the USS Pension Scheme with a 14.5% employer contribution, and 34 days of annual leave plus 5 public holidays. Additional offerings comprise a hybrid working environment with partial homeworking where appropriate, family-friendly policies, a staff discount scheme, free staff parking, employee carshare and cycle-to-work schemes, and subsidised local bus travel. Employees also receive subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, library facilities, and a salary sacrifice scheme.

Key dates

The application closing date is 16 November 2026. Interviews are scheduled to take place on 26 January 2027.