Associate Lecturer - Philosophy

Birkbeck, University of London, has an opportunity for an Associate Lecturer to join the teaching team and support the School of Historical Studies this coming Autumn 2026.

Birkbeck, University of London, has an opportunity for an Associate Lecturer to join the teaching team and support the School of Historical Studies this coming Autumn 2026.

We are seeking an Associate Lecturer to teach on the following modules:

• Knowledge and Reality -30 hours, Tuesdays 2-5pm or 6-9pm, 6 October to 15 December 2026

• Philosophy of AI:
  Minds, Machines and Meaning -30 hours, Thursdays 2-5pm or 6-9pm, 8 October to 17 December 2026

You will have in-depth knowledge of the discipline of Philosophy, specific to the topic areas noted above – Epistemology and Metaphysics (for Knowledge and Reality), and Philosophy of AI and mind, and experience of both research and teaching within the HE context in this field.

You should also have a PhD (or equivalent level) in an appropriate specialism, or be close to completion.

Please refer to the person specification for further selection criteria. If you have knowledge in this area, and want to contribute to an impactful educational experience - apply with us at Birkbeck today.

Payment is based on an hourly rate depending on length of continuous service with the College, starting rate £69.68 per hour inclusive of pro‑rated London Allowance and holiday pay, for contact hours worked.

This hourly rate is based on the starting point of Grade 7 and is inclusive of a ‘Duties Related to Teaching Multiplier’ at 2.5, which covers preparation, teaching, administration, assessment marking and other examining duties in connection with the course.

Fixed‑term, three month, part‑time contract. Please submit a CV for consideration. Closing date:
Sunday 12 July, interview date:
Monday 20 July 2026.

If you would like to know more about the role, please click on apply below or contact Robert Northcott at

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We welcome applicants from all sections of the community and backgrounds  The College is committed to improving the gender and ethnic diversity of its workforce, holding a bronze Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.