The role
The Department of French in the School of Modern Languages at the University of Bristol seeks to appoint a 0.8FTE Lecturer (Pathway 3, part-time) for a period of 12 months (from January 2022 to January 2023). We are looking for a colleague with expertise in French Studies to teach units at first-, second- and fourth-year undergraduate level, as well as contributing to the MA Comparative Literatures and Cultures and the MA in Translation. Preference may be given to candidates with a specialism in medieval studies. Above all, we are looking above all for a dynamic and flexible teacher who is approachable and sensitive to student needs.
What will you be doing?
The successful candidate will direct and teach a Year 4 optional unit in their subject area. The candidate will also contribute to Year 1 teaching (Global French, Representations of Francophone Cultures, French Cultures in Context, and Comparative Literature), Year 4 Translation, and supervise dissertations for the final-year Independent Study unit. They will also lead seminars on the MA in Translation and on the MA Comparative Literatures and Cultures.
Teaching will be delivered in person through a combination of lectures and seminars and may also include some online asynchronous activities. The role involves maintaining and updating the online Blackboard page for the units, which includes all the information and materials that students need. Marking duties will need to be fulfilled and the successful candidate will also be expected to act as a personal tutor to undergraduates in the School of Modern Languages.
You should apply if
The successful applicant will have a PhD, or be working towards one, with expertise relevant to the teaching brief. They will have some experience teaching at university level, preferably in the UK higher education sector.
The appointment start date is 19 January 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Additional information
For informal queries please contact both Dr Paul Earlie, Director of Teaching (), and Professor Siobhán Shilton, Head of Department ()
This advert will close at 23:59 GMT on Tuesday 20 September 2022
We seek to attract, develop, and retain individuals from the widest possible talent pool and the broadest possible range of backgrounds. We are committed to building an inclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We particularly welcome applications from Black African, Black Caribbean and other minority ethnic groups, as they are currently under-represented across our university.
Available documents
Job number
ACAD106330
Contract Type/Work Pattern
Fixed-term / Part time
Closing date
20 Sep 2022
Faculty/Division
Faculty of Arts
Salary
£39,745 – £44,737 per annum (pro rata)
Yes
The role
The Department of French in the School of Modern Languages at the University of Bristol seeks to appoint a 0.8FTE Lecturer (Pathway 3, part-time) for a period of 12 months (from January 2022 to January 2023). We are looking for a colleague with expertise in French Studies to teach units at first-, second- and fourth-year undergraduate level, as well as contributing to the MA Comparative Literatures and Cultures and the MA in Translation. Preference may be given to candidates with a specialism in medieval studies. Above all, we are looking above all for a dynamic and flexible teacher who is approachable and sensitive to student needs.
What will you be doing?
The successful candidate will direct and teach a Year 4 optional unit in their subject area. The candidate will also contribute to Year 1 teaching (Global French, Representations of Francophone Cultures, French Cultures in Context, and Comparative Literature), Year 4 Translation, and supervise dissertations for the final-year Independent Study unit. They will also lead seminars on the MA in Translation and on the MA Comparative Literatures and Cultures.
Teaching will be delivered in person through a combination of lectures and seminars and may also include some online asynchronous activities. The role involves maintaining and updating the online Blackboard page for the units, which includes all the information and materials that students need. Marking duties will need to be fulfilled and the successful candidate will also be expected to act as a personal tutor to undergraduates in the School of Modern Languages.
You should apply if
The successful applicant will have a PhD, or be working towards one, with expertise relevant to the teaching brief. They will have some experience teaching at university level, preferably in the UK higher education sector.
The appointment start date is 19 January 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Additional information
For informal queries please contact both Dr Paul Earlie, Director of Teaching (), and Professor Siobhán Shilton, Head of Department ()
This advert will close at 23:59 GMT on Tuesday 20 September 2022
We seek to attract, develop, and retain individuals from the widest possible talent pool and the broadest possible range of backgrounds. We are committed to building an inclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We particularly welcome applications from Black African, Black Caribbean and other minority ethnic groups, as they are currently under-represented across our university.
Available documents
