Lecturer in Philosophy of Psychology and Cognitive Science Job Glasgow area,Scotland UK,Education / Teaching

The School of Humanities in the College of Arts and Humanities seeks to appoint a Lecturer in Philosophy of Psychology and Cognitive Science.

Applications are invited from candidates with an appropriate record of academic achievement in Philosophy, with a proven research and teaching specialism in Philosophy of Psychology and Cognitive Science. We especially welcome applicants working at the intersection of Philosophy of Mind and Psychology with experience conducting empirical research, who have an appetite for academic leadership, knowledge of university systems, and experience of working as part of a team within a university environment.

Candidates should have a Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) or equivalent in Philosophy, with a substantial publication profile and significant experience teaching and supervising within the subject area in higher education.

Philosophy has strong links with the School of Psychology and Neuroscience, both in the activities of its Centre for the Study of Perceptual Experience and in the development and delivery of two postgraduate programmes in Philosophy of Mind and Psychology. Candidates for the post should contribute to protecting and strengthening these links by undertaking research at the intersection of Philosophy and Psychology, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects, and teaching on the Philosophy of Mind and Psychology postgraduate programmes.

Job

Purpose

To undertake research of international excellence and contribute to teaching and assessment on agreed undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Philosophy and to undertake administration and service activities in line with the School and College's strategic objectives.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Deliver a range of teaching, supervision, and assessment activities across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes within Philosophy in accordance with the subject's priorities, including accepting responsibilities as course co-ordinator for one or more courses.

2. Develop and progress individual and joint research projects of international standard in the subject area with the support of a mentor, as required.

3. Write up research findings and outcomes for publication for dissemination as appropriate, identifying potential sources of funding and contributing to funding applications.

4. Contribute fully to developing and enhancing the research profile of the School and College, including establishing a track record of high-quality publications.

5. Contribute to the on-going development and design of the curriculum in a manner that supports a research-led and scholarly approach to student learning and assessment in the discipline.

6. Participate fully in examination and other assessment processes, as appropriate, using a variety of methods and techniques and to provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students to support their learning.

7. Contribute to the development of theory and practice in the subject area.

8. Supervise individual student projects at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and to contribute to the supervision and training of postgraduate research students, as appropriate, to ensure their effective development.

9. Take on administrative or management roles within the subject and/or School as assigned by the Head of Subject and/or Head of School.

10. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.

11. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School.

12. To contribute to the enhancement of the University's international profile in line with the University's Strategic Plan, Inspiring People Changing The World.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Knowledge/Qualifications Essential:

A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) or equivalent professional and/or teaching experience in a similar or related role.
A2 Sufficient breadth and/or depth of knowledge in the discipline of Philosophy, particularly Philosophy of Psychology and Cognitive Science, and of teaching methods and techniques to work broadly across the subject area.
A3 Up-to-date knowledge and specialist understanding in the field of Philosophy, particularly in Philosophy of Psychology and Cognitive Science, with an ability to engage the interest and enthusiasm of students to inspire learning and to provide pastoral care to students within the subject area.

Skills Essential:

C1 Ability to communicate material of a specialist or highly technical nature and to be effective both orally and in writing at a level appropriate to the activity.

C2 Developing track record of research outputs compatible with enhancing the school's research profile in accordance with School objectives.

C3 Thorough knowledge and ability to apply policy, practice and procedures including broader University/sector/external (e.g. commercial) awareness.

C4 Ability to work on own initiative to contribute to the research and teaching activities within the subject area and…