Lecturer - Political Theory

Lecturer - Political Theory

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**POLITICS PROGRAMME**
**SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES**

**_About Us/Mō mātou_**

The Politics Programme was established in 1967 and has a well-established record of excellence in teaching and research. We have 11 academic staff who are experts in their fields and actively engaged in research that enriches their teaching.

We offer under-graduate and post-graduate teaching and supervision in New Zealand politics, international relations, comparative politics and political theory. Our Programme offers the Master of Politics degree and also contributes to the Master of International Studies (MIntSt) and the undergraduate and post-graduate qualifications in Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PhPE).

**_The Role/Te mahi_**

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer to a full-time confirmation path position in the field of political theory, with an ability to teach in the areas of the history of political thought, contemporary normative theory, and applied political philosophy. The successful applicant will teach POLS 101 Political Philosophy, POLS 243 Political Ideologies, POLS 375 Human Rights, and POLS 512 The Ethics and Politics of Resistance. They will also be expected to have experience supervising post-graduate research. They will have demonstrated knowledge and experience in teaching at these levels and in these areas, in critiquing neoliberalism, and engaging with critical perspectives within political theory.

Our Programme fosters a collaborative and collegial approach to teaching and research. Applicants should:

- Demonstrate a commitment to high-quality and innovative teaching that facilitates student engagement and retention.
- Have a well-established publications record (at least four book chapters and ten international journal articles) and future research plans.
- Demonstrate a proven willingness to contribute to the administration of the Programme and wider University community.
- Demonstrate a commitment to making this a long-term position rather than a ‘stepping stone’ appointment.

**_Skills and Experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako_**
- PhD qualification in Politics or cognate field.
- Evidence of effective tertiary teaching experience in the field of applied political philosophy.
- Evidence of expertise and publications in the field of politics, with specific expertise in applied and normative political theory.
- Evidence of an ability to work with students and staff from differing academic and cultural backgrounds and at all levels of the institution.
- Evidence of community service by giving presentations to the public beyond university settings.

**_Further Details/Pūroko_**

The University of Otago is well-known for its collegiality and combined with living in the vibrant city of Dunedin provides opportunities for an excellent work-life balance. The Dunedin campus has been ranked as one of the top 15 most beautiful in the world. The city has affordable living, excellent schools, and a great array of activities, ranging from Art & Literature to outdoor activities.

This is a permanent (confirmation path), full-time position.

For further information please contact Elena Calvert, Recruitment Manager, via the contact details below

**_Application/Tono_