School of Social Sciences, History and Philosophy

Lectureship in Psychosocial Studies Ref: 10230
Part time position, three years fixed term (in the first instance)

This is an opportunity for applicants with interests in teaching and research in psychosocial studies. This might include those working with psychosocial approaches in any of the following areas: discursive and critical psychology; psychoanalysis; psychodynamic and systemic psychotherapy; social theory and research, including sociological, feminist, philosophical, postcolonial and queer perspectives.

It is desirable that you have a PhD or equivalent in a relevant subject area or be very close to completion. You should have outstanding research ability and potential, and be excited at the opportunity to contribute to the new School in this early period of its development.

The post is tenable from 1 September 2009.

Salary: £33,501 rising to £38,376 per annum pro rata inclusive of London Allowance.

This job is part time and fixed term for three years in the first instance. The salary quoted above is inclusive of London allowance. The initial salary award will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful applicant. The appointment may be subject to a probationary period. Birkbeck also provides a generous final salary pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements and other great benefits.

The closing date for completed applications is Tuesday 19 May 2009.

Interviews are due to be held on Thursday 11 June 2009.

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Birkbeck is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all candidates irrespective of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, religious belief and sexual preference.

Birkbeck is a world-class research institution, a vibrant centre of academic engagement and excellence and the UK's leading provider of part-time, evening education for mature students.