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Teaching Associate in Medieval Literature [Temporary Cover]


The Faculty of English wishes to appoint a full-time temporary Teaching Associate in Medieval Literature from 1st October 2024 to 31 August 2026.

The Teaching Associate will be expected to teach, examine and supervise dissertations on topics related to Medieval Literature at undergraduate and MPhil level.

Applicants should have a good first degree and a doctorate (awarded before 1st October) in a relevant subject area. It is expected that applicants will have experience of successfully delivering and developing teaching at University level, including lectures, seminars and small group teaching, and the ability to work as part of a team.

For your application to be considered please upload the following:

  • CV (including publications)
  • Cover letter
  • The names and contact details of two referees. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates only.

This post is fixed-term until 31 August 2026 or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Professor Raphael Lyne, Chair of the Faculty Board (Email: chair@english.cam.ac.uk ). Any queries regarding the application process should be directed to: Vicky Aldred (Email: administrator@english.cam.ac.uk).

The closing date for applications is midnight (BST) on Wednesday 29 May 2024. Interviews are planned for the week commencing 19th June, subject to change.

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Please quote reference GG41493 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The Faculty is committed to equality and diversity, and we would particularly welcome applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women and those from Black, Asian or other Ethnic Minority backgrounds. Details of some of the family-friendly policies operated by the University are at: https://www.hr.admin.cam.ac.uk/pay-benefits/cambens-employee-benefits/family-friendly

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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