Lecturer in Philosophy
Listed on 2026-10-26
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
Are you an ambitious researcher in Philosophy with the ability to carry out world-leading research and deliver an exceptional student experience in a research-intensive Russell Group University? Would you like to join and contribute to a vibrant philosophical community within the interdisciplinary School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science?
The School of Philosophy, Religion, and History of Science at the University of Leeds is seeking an outstanding philosopher with research expertise and teaching experience in moral and/or political philosophy, understood to comprise meta normative theory, moral psychology, normative ethics, political philosophy, and legal philosophy. The successful candidate will lead or direct their own original and independent programme of research at an international standard.
The philosophical community within the School is one of the largest and most vibrant in the UK. We have particular research strengths in metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of science, philosophy of mind, aesthetics, ethics, and political philosophy. Research activity in the area of this post is supported by the Centre for Aesthetic, Moral and Political Philosophy (CAMP). The School has the ambition to be a dynamic and welcoming community renowned for both its academic excellence and its impact on policy, practice, and public life.
We value an inclusive working and learning environment and our aim is to develop a diverse staff and student community reflective of this.
- 26 days holiday plus approx.
16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year! - Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary
- Health and Wellbeing:
Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls. - Personal Development:
Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team. - Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!
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