Lecturer in Contemporary Literature, Culture and - London, United Kingdom - King's College London

King's College London

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London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description

Job description

This post will be offered on a full-time, indefinite contract.

Key responsibilities

Participate in the planning, organisation and delivery of teaching activities within the department in accordance with established departmental practice
Produce research of international quality and contribute to the research culture of the Department and Faculty
Attend and contribute to appropriate research seminars/conferences
Serve as required as module convenor for UG and MA modules
Act as personal tutor to students as agreed with the Head of Department and assist with difficulties, e.g. learning support/problems
Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations
Participate fully in assessment and examination processes as appropriate, using a variety of methods and techniques and provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students to support their leaning
Contribute to the administration of the Department
Engage in professional development as appropriate
Undertake any other reasonable duties that may be requested by the Head of Department
The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post._

Skills, knowledge and experience

Essential criteria

Awarded PhD in English literature or related fields
Experience of teaching in the areas of contemporary literature, culture and theory
Experience of teaching MA and undergraduate students

High quality teaching skills:
ability to communicate difficult concepts and material to students of all levels; ability to inspire and innovate as appropriate; skilled at helping students to develop their individual intellectual and personal potential

Demonstrated excellence in research in areas directly related to the advertised post, with the potential for future grant capture

Excellent administrative skills:
ability to support the organisational aspects of teaching, learning and research

Experience of working with virtual learning environments
Collegiate, proven ability to work with others and to support them where necessary.
Experience of contributing to the pastoral care of students

Desirable criteria