Job Description

Teaching Fellow in Politics and International Studies (110680-0725)

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Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department
Politics & International Studies
Position Type
Fixed Term
Duration
Fixed term contract until 31st August 2027
Salary
35,116-45,413 per annum
About the Role

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Trevor McCrisken (Director of Education) at Trevor.mccrisken@warwick.ac.uk

Applications are invited for a 2 year fixed term Teaching Fellow in Politics and International Studies in the Department of Politics and International Studies (PAIS) at the University of Warwick, to start on 1 September 2025. The appointment will be made at FA6 of the University of Warwick salary scale.


We are looking for an exceptional and inspirational teacher who takes pride in their work. The successful candidate will be required to undertake teaching duties in the disciplinary area of politics and international studies, broadly defined. They will have the ability and willingness to act as Module Director and teach on UG and PGT level modules including but not limited to PO107 Introduction to Politics, PO131 World Politics and PO102 Political Research in the 21st Century.


They will also supervise dissertations at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The department recognises the importance of research to teaching practice and the successful applicant will be supported to develop their research profile within the framework of the role.



About You
You will possess an honours degree or equivalent, and a PhD or equivalent (awarded or near completion) in a relevant discipline. You will have a commitment to the use and development of innovative teaching methods and e-learning techniques within the classroom and to valuing diversity in, and promoting an inclusive approach to, teaching.


You will demonstrate a track record of, or reflective engagement with, advancing Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace, including efforts to promote gender and racial equality. A demonstrable commitment to inclusive teaching practices--particularly in relation to supporting students from underrepresented backgrounds, including those with disabilities and the implementation of reasonable adjustments--is essential. Experience with decolonising the curriculum and anti-racist, intersectional, or other critical pedagogical approaches is highly desirable.


For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.



About the Department
PAIS is one of the UK's leading Politics and International Studies departments: in the 2024 The Times/The Sunday Times Good University Guide PAIS ranked 4th of the 80 UK Politics Departments; in REF2021 and REF2014 we were awarded 100% 4for research environment; and since 2016 PAIS has ranked as number 1 or 2 for 'overall satisfaction' in Russell Group for Politics in the National Student Survey (NSS).

We are a diverse and inclusive community. We are committed to embedding the values of dignity, equality, freedom, and justice in our practices, including widening opportunity for both students and staff.


The Department's core intellectual aim is to sustain a rich and welcoming environment as a methodologically and theoretically pluralist department with a broad and inclusive understanding of what it means to undertake research and teaching in Politics and International Studies.


We offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including a suite of double-degree MAs with partner institutions. We also have a vibrant PhD programme.


PAIS holds an Athena Swan silver award, a national initiative that recognises the advancement of gender equality, representation, progression, and success for all in academia. We provide a welcoming and inclusive working and learning environment. We recognise that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected, and valued. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment in which all colleagues can thrive. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from racially minoritised, disabled, LGBTQIA+, and economically disadvantaged communities. We actively champion a culture of inclusion, intellectual curiosity, and innovation across our diverse department.


To find out more about the department please visit our website: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/pais/



About the University
Born in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We're one of the world's top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK, with 92% of our research assessed to be 'world leading or internationally excellent'*.


You'll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.

QS World University Rankings 2024

Research Excellence Framework 2021


To find out more about us visit our website.



How to Apply

CLOSING DATE: Thursday 31st July at 23:55 (BST)

To apply, submit an application form by the closing date.


Please plan for any potential delays as you will not be able to submit an application form past this deadline (even if you opened the form at, say, 23:30).


You will have to attach a CV and a cover letter.

Your CV should include your employment history (including your most recent employment), your education history, and any other relevant experience. Your cover letter should explain your motivations for applying to the role. It should also explain, using examples, how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the Right to Work in the UK
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