German Lektor:in (Fixed-term)

A consortium of five Colleges within the University of Oxford (Christ Church - lead College - Jesus College, Magdalen College, Oriel College, Somerville College) seeks an enthusiastic, self-motived and suitably qualified German Lektor:in with effect from 1 September 2025 to 31 July 2026 to undertake German language teaching and associated duties for undergraduate students in years 1, 2 and 4 (the third year is usually spent abroad).

The postholder will be required to teach students for 12-14 hours per week (mainly during term time) in written, oral, and aural German language and grammar work, participate in the development of language skills for ab initio students, assist in the preparation of students for oral examinations, contribute to relevant German language and literature courses, and take part in pre-sessional courses and undergraduate admissions interviews. They will be required to provide appropriate feedback and report on students’ progress, and they will also be responsible for organising culturally related extra-curricular activities and administrative tasks for undergraduates studying German. In addition, they will contribute to outreach activities and offer support, as required, to students on their year abroad. Some duties will be required outside of the three academic terms.

Salary and allowances: Salary: £39,749 per annum per annum (pro rata for 11 months), and the successful candidate will have the option of becoming, or remaining, a member of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS).

Further particulars, including instructions about how to apply, may be downloaded by clicking the 'Apply' button above. The deadline for applications is 12:00 noon 18 March 2025.

Christ Church is committed to equality of opportunity. It is our policy and practice that entry into employment and progression within employment will be determined only by criteria which are related to the duties of a particular post and the relevant salary scale. No applicant or member of staff will be treated less favourably than another because of their age, disability, ethnicity, marital or civil partnership status, parental status, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

The Colleges of the consortium are Equal Opportunities Employers.

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