The School of Geography and Sustainable Development is seeking to appoint a lecturer in Human Geography with specialization in Critical Geographies of Racialisation and/or Decolonisation.
We especially welcome scholars whose work engages with historical and/or contemporary geographies, and disciplinary (geographical) understanding, of one or more of the following: Black Liberation, Racial Capitalism, Southern or Subaltern Theory, Indigenous Studies, Postcolonialism and/or Decoloniality.
We are looking for candidates with excellent research profiles and enthusiasm for research-led teaching. Candidates with backgrounds in Geography and cognate disciplines are welcome to apply.
The School of Geography and Sustainable Development is well-known for world-leading research and teaching in Development, Population Studies, Glaciology, Palaeoecology, Health Geography, and Sustainability. According to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021, 94% of research by the School was classified as world-leading or internationally excellent. The School also has a well-established reputation for high-quality teaching and was ranked second in the UK by The Guardian University Guide 2021, fourth by The Times Good University Guide 2021 and second by the Complete University Guide 2021. The School has 36 academic staff, 20 postdoctoral fellows and 42 PhD students, supported by 2 technicians and 6 administrative staff.
The School has three overlapping research groups Environmental Change, Geographies of Society, Sustainability, Inequalities and Possibilities (GOSSIP), and Population and Health. This appointment is broadly associated with GOSSIP but applications that make linkages across research groups are welcome. The successful candidate will complement staff expertise, engage with School Strategy (School of Geographyand Sustainable Development Strategic Plan 2021-2026.pdf (st-andrews.ac.uk)), as well as contribute to the University’s Strategy (pillars of world-leading, entrepreneurial, diverse, and global) (https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/about/governance/university-strategy/).
Informal enquiries can be directed to: Prof Dan Clayton, gsdhos@st-andrews.ac.uk or Prof Jo Sharp, js314@st-andrews.ac.uk.
Applications are particularly welcome from people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community and other protected characteristics who are under-represented in Geography and Sustainable Development posts at the University.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter, Race Charters and Stonewall). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/
The School of Geography and Sustainable Development holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award and is fully committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. More information can be found at https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/geography-sustainable-development/equality-diversity/.
Closing Date: 11 July 2022
Please quote ref: AC2337NB
Further Particulars: AC2337NB FPs.doc
School of Geography & Sustainable Development
Salary: £42,149 - £51,799 per annum
Start Date: As soon as possible