We wish to appoint a Lecturer within the School of English.  You will be a scholar with a growing international research reputation in Medieval English Studies, a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching within the broad field of Medieval English studies and able to teach across Old and Middle English to postgraduate level as well as Post-Medieval literature at undergraduate level. Other capabilities, such as a demonstrable ability to teach and research in Medievalism, Early Modern Literature, Digital Humanities or another relevant area or literary period are also sought. The successful candidate will be active in research and publication and will be expected to have a range of scholarly and critical interests that strengthen or complement those in the School.  

Candidates should hold a doctorate in a relevant discipline. Excellent teaching skills and an interest in promoting knowledge exchange are essential.  You should also have some familiarity with grant-seeking processes in relation to research councils and other sources.   

Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:

·         Annual leave of 34 days, plus 5 public holidays

·         Financial contribution to relocation

·         Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions

·         A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies

·         Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services

·         Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel

·         Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff/children of staff, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme and a range of wellbeing initiatives

Informal enquiries can be directed to Professor Ian Johnson (enghos@st-andrews.ac.uk) or Dr Katie Garner (engdot@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 academic 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 and Race Charters). 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/  

Closing Date: 20 December 2023

Interview Date: 1 February 2024  

Please quote ref: AC3517HM

Further Particulars: AC3517HM FPs.doc

School of English

Salary: £45,585 - £56,021 per annum

Start Date: 1 August 2024