Lecturer in Classics

The Role

The School of History, Classics & Archaeology is excited to advertise this role as part of a strategic investment in Classics & Ancient History at Newcastle University. We are searching for cutting edge researchers and educators working in any sub-field of Classics, and are especially keen to develop further our strengths in the study of global antiquity, diversify our teaching and research, and sustain our commitment to interdisciplinarity.

You will contribute to the research profile of the in the School of History, Classics and Archaeology (HCA) by developing an ambitious research programme, for example by including publishing high-quality outputs in internationally recognised venues, demonstrating research impact, and securing external research funding. You will be an innovative educator, contributing to the development and delivery of programmes in HCA, ensuring an outstanding teaching experience for our students.

This is a full time, permanent position.

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The University has developed an document which summarises the range of activities that academic colleagues may be expected to perform.

Key Accountabilities

Teaching & Learning
• To provide high-quality teaching and learning and student support 
• Mentor and support students throughout their studies in the role of personal tutor
• Set and mark assessment of modules in accordance with University standards and utilise on-line and digitised curricula and education frameworks
• Contribute to curriculum development
• Ensure all our students benefit from studying in a research-intensive academic environment
• Provide education for life, that engages, challenges and supports our students to discover and fulfil their potential both while they are studying with us and once they have graduated

Research
• Conduct research of international significance in terms of its originality, significance and rigour in the subject area of Classics and Ancient History
• Contribute to the research profile of HCA by publishing high-quality outputs
• Pursue external funding
• Ability or potential to demonstrate impact by developing research-based solutions to real-world problems and engage with external stakeholders to develop the impact of your work
• Supervise PGR students 

Other
• Contribute to the HCA Vision, Mission and Strategy 
• Operate as an active citizen in the HCA community
• To have a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, as well as to ethics, responsibility and sustainability
• To support the School’s global activities and development
• Undertake a range of administrative tasks to support your area of teaching, and/or research, and/or engagement
• Take responsibility for a defined management or administrative role such as Module Leader, Year Tutor, Degree Programme Director, Research Director, Outreach Co-ordinator
• Contribute to the School’s international, programme and professional body accreditations
• Contribute to the wider work of the School, Faculty and University through input to project teams, working groups, and committees

The Person 
The level of appointment will be determined by your ability to meet the requirements of the person specification as outlined below.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Lecturer Grade F
• Research and teaching expertise in any aspect of Classics
• Ability to teach options and supervise dissertation projects in Classics, including literature, reception, languages (Greek and Latin), and culture, according to the strategic needs on our programmes
• Ability to contribute to the delivery and development of the whole range of the UG and PG degree programmes offered by the Classics and Ancient History Section
• Ability or potential to provide an outstanding educational experience, rooted in strong disciplinary knowledge that engages, challenges, and inspires our students 
• Ability to deliver research-led teaching, making effective use of technology to enhance learning
• Evidence or potential for internationalising the curricula 
• Ability to develop research funding applications and secure external funding 
• Experience of or capability to publish international and world-leading research
• Ability or potential to engage with external stakeholders, generating real-world impact from research
• Evidence of developing an international research profile 
• Evidence of ability to contribute to the research environment and culture of the Classics and Ancient History Section 
• Ability to supervise PGR students
• Ability to supervise undergraduate and taught postgraduate students’ research projects
• Commitment to interdisciplinary work
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organisational, time management and presentation skills 
• Demonstration of successful team working 
• Personal resilience in a context of change and fast-paced environment
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and to ethics, responsibility and sustainability 

Desirable
• Experience of working in, or with, business, the third sector and policy

Qualifications

Lecturer Grade F
• A good Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
• PhD (or equivalent) at or near completion (strictly within three months of submission at time of application) in a relevant subject 

Desirable
• A relevant Professional Body Membership as appropriate to the subject area 
• HE teaching qualification (or equivalent experience)

Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.

We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.

At Newcastle University we hold a silver award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.

In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe. 

Requisition ID: 26985

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