Assistant Professor in International Relations and Sociology

Faculty: Social Sciences

Location: London, Devon House (St Katherines Dock)

Term: Full-time or part-time posts are available. All posts are fixed term, for up to 8 months.

Salary Range:

At Assistant Professor (G8) level, £47,321 to £54,827, progressing to £58,155 once in post

At Associate Professor (G9) level, £56,467 to £69,404, progressing to £75,833 once in post

Direct Reports:

For Assistant Professor level, no direct reports.

Associate Professors may be asked to fulfil line manager responsibilities with the Faculty.

Reports to: Assigned line manager within the Social Sciences

Benefits:

The university supports staff maintaining a good work/life balance, offer flexible working and parental leave opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme which provides free, confidential advice on both home and work concerns as well as optional private medical insurance, season ticket loans and being part of the cycle to work scheme.

Start: 1 December 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The Role

 Northeastern University London wishes to appoint Assistant/Associate Professor(s) in International Relations and Sociology (part-time or full time appointments). The appointee(s) will lead and deliver courses in International Relations and Sociology.

 The role is opened to different specialisms, but we wish to appoint a candidate able to teach International Relations courses at different levels. The ability to teach undergraduate courses in Sustainability and/or Urban Studies would be an advantage.

 Core duties will include: course development and course updating, teaching across a variety of courses in International Relations and Sociology (including team teaching if required), scholarly engagement with the discipline, interdisciplinary interests, and administrative duties within the Discipline and the Faculty. Faculty are expected to prepare and maintain relevant VLE sites, prepare and mark assessments, hold office hours, and other duties as per the University’s policies and procedures.

 Assistant/Associate Professor in Politics & IR Job Description

We particularly encourage applications from those with an interest in innovative teaching, learning and assessment; those with experience of supporting a wide variety of students; and those belonging to groups underrepresented in UK higher education. We are open to appointing on a reduced fraction/job-share basis subject to our business needs.

Discipline/ Faculty

In the academic year 2024/25, the Faculty of Social Sciences will have approximately 60 academic staff, including academics in Economics, Politics and International Relations, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Design & Communication Studies. The Faculty is highly collaborative and interdisciplinary, with many projects in both research and teaching occurring across discipline boundaries.

The Discipline of Politics, International Relations, Sociology and Anthropology is a growing interdisciplinary group which reflects the breadth and depth of both our academic discipline and the ethos of Northeastern University London. The Discipline is developing specialisms in Digital Politics and Governance, Sustainability, and Political Philosophy. Further details about the Discipline and areas of specialism can be found here.

About the University

Founded in 2012, Northeastern University London (formerly known as New College of the Humanities) has established itself as a prestigious higher education institution based in the heart of London. Northeastern University London is part of Northeastern University’s Global Campus Network. Positioned as top ranking in the USA, Northeastern has campuses in Arlington, Boston, Charlotte, Miami, Oakland, San Jose, New York and Seattle in the USA, and Toronto and Vancouver in Canada.

After becoming part of Northeastern University’s global network in early 2019, the University has undergone a period of rapid growth, having been granted Taught Degree Awarding Powers in February 2020 and moved to a new, state-of-the-art campus in 2021.

Northeastern University London offers a vibrant, collegiate community delivering broad and academically rigorous degree programmes, designed to equip graduates with the combination of skills and knowledge that are increasingly desired by organisations, employers, and society. It offers state of the art audio visual technology in its teaching and meeting spaces across the organisation. 

Person Specification Criteria

To undertake this role, the following should apply – should you not have the experience below, please do highlight where transferable skills would assist with you undertaking the role.

Assistant Professor in Politics & IR Job Description Education, Qualifications and Training:

• PhD completed, or near completion (all but dissertation), or equivalent professional experience, in a relevant area (essential).

• Teaching qualification (FHEA or equivalent, and higher level) (desirable).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: or

• Teaching competency in International Relations and Urban Studies to at least Level 4 (first year undergraduate) (essential)

• Teaching competency in one or more of the following: Security Studies to at least level 7 (postgraduate), Introduction to Politics and International Relations to at least level 4 (first year undergraduate), International Relations in Practice to at least level 4 (first year undergraduate), Current Issues in Cities and Suburbs to at least level 4 (first year undergraduate). (desirable)

• Demonstrates, through evidence, excellent ability to be adaptable, innovative, and inclusive in teaching, and service. (essential
• Willingness and capacity to undertake continuous professional development in relation to institutionally strategic themes, including but not limited to technology, data, sustainability, and ethics. (essential)
• Flexibility and capacity to teach across a wide range of courses (essential) Experience:
• Previous experience of teaching politics and/or international relations courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels (desirable)
• Experience in planning, managing, organising, and assessing own teaching contributions (desirable)

Enquiries

Role specific enquiries may be made to Dr Pablo Calderón Martínez, Head of Politics, International Relations, Sociology and Anthropology (pablo.calderon martinez@nulondon.ac.uk) . However, all applications must be made in accordance with the application process specified. General enquiries to jobs@nulondon.ac.uk

Application Process

Applications should be made via this link by 23:59 on Wednesday 9th October 2024. Please reference your application “APRIS0924”.

Participation in the equal opportunities section is encouraged, but voluntary.

Applications must include a covering letter of no more than one page and a full curriculum vitae.

Interviews are likely to take place between w/c 21st October 2024.

Please note this role may require a basic or enhanced DBS check. Our organisation acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of our students and staff, and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice and  Ofsted requirements. You must adhere to the above if you are offered a role with NU London.

Applications are welcome from all sections of the community and will be judged on merit alone. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Job sponsorship: Visa sponsorship may be available for a successful candidate for this position.