Lecturer in Social Science and Social Theory

Lecturer in Social Science and Social Theory Department :
Global Health & Social Medicine

About us The Department of Global Health & Social Medicine is a unique, interdisciplinary social sciences department at King’s College London founded in 2012. Its mission is to address the changing landscape of global health and medicine through social science perspectives.

About the role

The Department invites applications for a Lecturer in Social Science and Social Theory. This is a 2-year fixed term post that will not be extended beyond the 2 years.

We welcome applicants in any area of the social sciences with an interest in the social, cultural, political and economic aspects of contemporary medicine and health. You should hold a PhD degree in the social sciences or humanities (e.g., anthropology, sociology, history, geography, political science, STS, development studies). Your areas of research might include but are not limited to: the politics of global health;

drugs and culture; the politics of reproduction; racism and health; emerging infectious diseases and zoonosis; toxic environments and health; humanitarian reason; pharmaceuticalisation; structural violence; mental health and society; biopolitics; as well as other areas that relate to one of our research groups.

The successful candidate will also have proven teaching ability, expertise in enquiry-based, participatory and critical pedagogies, and a commitment to inclusive and democratic ways of working.

At King’s, we are deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all our activities so that the university is an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work and study, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. King’s offers inclusive benefits to staff including flexible working, Enhanced Parental Leave, funds for Parents and Carers and the potential to join community staff networks.

The start date for the post is expected to be no later  then January 2027.This is a full-time post, and you will be offered a 2-year fixed term contract.

About youTo be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:
Essential criteria

PhD Degree in a relevant area of the social sciences or humanities (e.g., sociology, anthropology, geography, political science, history, science & technology studies, development studies)
Excellent knowledge and understanding of a relevant field of expertise

Experience of teaching relevant subjects at undergraduate level, with evidence of innovative and effective teaching and ability to engage and inspire students of diverse and international backgrounds

Commitment to student learning, supporting student welfare, and enhancing the student experience Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to use own initiative and think critically Desirable criteria

Developing record of high-quality scholarly publications appropriate to career stage

Experience of assessment procedures in UK Higher Education and providing excellent feedback

Completion of appropriate training in Higher Education teaching and learning/academic practice

Experience of academic administration

Experience of providing academic advice and pastoral support to students

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Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the

Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further information

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