Lecturer in Politics of the Middle East – SOAS University of London.

Location: Bloomsbury, London (currently remote/online due to COVID-19)

Contract type:  Fixed Term (1 year)

Hours:  35 hours per week

The Department of Politics and International Studies at SOAS invites applications for a Lectureship in Politics of the Middle East (fixed term, one year) starting in September 2021.

The Department is known for its deep engagement with the political realities of Africa, Asia and the Middle East and for providing innovative and challenging perspectives for understanding these realities. Comprehensive coverage of the politics of the Middle East has traditionally been a key strength of the Department and its MSc Middle East Politics programme is one of the largest in the world and widely respected.

About you

We are looking for a scholar with demonstrated excellence in teaching and a promising research profile. The appointee will strengthen and work with the Department’s group of Middle East scholars and actively contribute to the delivery of our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, specifically the modules ‘Government and Politics of the Middle East’ and ‘State and Transformation in the Middle East’. We are open as to thematic specialism, but particularly welcome applications from candidates with a background in comparative or international politics of the Middle East.

In return we offer 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional School closure days; a generous employer pension contribution; a number of loan schemes including season ticket and IT equipment; Cycle to Work Scheme; enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay provisions, childcare voucher scheme and financial support for childcare

About us

We are SOAS University of London; the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East.

For more information on the role, including a full list of its duties and responsibilities please consult the Job Description and Person Specification found in the job pack.

How to apply

If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please complete the unbiased application form online (personal details will not be visible to the shortlist panel) via the SOAS website.

Closing date:  Tuesday, 27 July 2021

Completed applications must be received by 23:59 on the closing date to be considered.

Interviews will be held online w/c 09 August 2021 (date to be confirmed)

Successful candidates will need to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK or have limited leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with SOAS, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

If you have any questions or require any assistance with regard to the application process, please contact [email protected] .

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