Associate Lecturer (Teaching) Latin American Political Economy

About us

The UCL Institute of the Americas is a leading multidisciplinary specialist institution for the study of Latin America, the United States, the Caribbean, and Canada. Based on its long-standing reputation for research excellence, public engagement, and impact, the Institute was ranked as the number one Area Studies unit in the UK in REF 2021. More details about the role, the Institute of the Americas and UCL can be found in the full job description document.

About the role

The UCL Institute of the Americas is seeking to fill an Associate Lecturer (Teaching) Latin American Political Economy . The position is fixed-term for 5 months (with a start date of 2nd January 2025) for one day a week. The position is to cover the teaching of a colleague who has taken up the post of Interim Head of Department. The post-holder will carry out teaching and administration within the Institute relating to the module 'Political Economy of Economic Development' with a focus on Latin America. Teaching for the module will take place on Fridays. The expected starting salary is £46,546 per annum pro rata, inclusive of London Allowance. This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.

About you

Applicants must have a PhD in political science, political economy, or development studies, either awarded or with viva date set. They should have proven experience of teaching and assessment at university level in Political Economy, Economic Development, or Comparative Politics, as well as the ability to convene a module. Applicants must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to provide effective pastoral support for students. When applying please include a CV and cover letter (please include a statement addressing all of the person specification criteria directly in this letter). Please do not submit any other papers or letters of recommendation at this stage.

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits. Please see the job description (at the bottom of the page) and visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/rewards-and-benefits to find out more.

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