The University of St Andrews is seeking to enhance its research strength in Film Studies by appointing a new Professor in Film Studies. We would welcome applications from candidates whose research could link with and add to existing strengths in the department (global screen cultures, new film and media histories & historiographies, audio-visual environments, non-fiction media). Our primary objective is to appoint an outstanding candidate who has experience of leading large research projects alongside a commitment to attaching students at all levels, strengthening research collaborations inside and outside the department, and developing public engagement projects. We are particularly interested in applications from those working in the Global South. 

Appointment at Reader level may be considered for an outstanding early-career candidate who could rapidly develop and grow their research portfolio and reputation in post at St Andrews (in which case the job description will be amended accordingly and salary would be in the range £52,559-£59,135). 

This role involves producing excellent research-led teaching and convening a range of modules at the undergraduate and masters levels, supervising both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and contributing to the administration of teaching, research, and public engagement in the department. 

For informal enquiries, we encourage those considering applying to contact the Head of Department, Dr Leshu Torchin (lt40@st-andrews.ac.uk) or the Head of the School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies, Professor Mark Harris (mh25@st-andrews.ac.uk).  

We are fully committed to equality and diversity in our recruitment and employment policies.  We operate family-friendly hours for core meetings and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements for staff.  We also offer reasonable childcare costs for applicants invited to interview.

Applications are particularly welcome from women, people from the Black, Asian, Minority or Ethnic (BAME) community and other protected characteristics who are underrepresented in academic posts at the University.

The University of St Andrews is committed to equality for all, demonstrated though our working on diversity awards (ECU Athena SWAN/Race Charters; Carer Positive; LGBT Charter and Stonewall).  More details can be found at https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/.

Please quote ref: AC2280SB  

Closing Date: 7 June 2021

Interview Date: 6 July 2021

Further Particulars: AC2280SB FPs.doc

School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies
Salary: Grade 9 Negotiable
Start: 5 January 2022 or as soon as possible thereafter