Teaching Associate (German) (Fixed Term, Part Time

Teaching Associate (German) (Fixed Term, Part Time)

Area
Modern Languages & Cultures

Location
University Park

Salary
£35,608 to £47,389per annum, depending on skills and experience.

Closing Date
Friday 31 July 2026

Reference
ARTS
1628126

We are delighted to be seeking to recruit a Teaching Associate to join the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures, in the School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies at the University of Nottingham.

The School is a leading centre for the study of modern languages and cultures, confering first degrees (BA) and both taught and research postgraduate degrees, delivering internationally recognised research across our departments. Within the Department, the German Section provides a wide range of teaching and research expertise, across disciplines including history, literary studies, linguistics, translation studies, memory studies, visual cultures, and history of ideas across the German‑speaking world.

Our School thrives through the different ideas and experiences of colleagues, who come from a mix of cultures and backgrounds. We strive to foster a welcoming, inspiring and supportive workplace. We are seeking applications from candidates whose background, experience and identity broadens and enhances the diversity of our existing team and would especially welcome applications from members of groups who are currently under‑represented in the School, particularly Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates.

We understand that having a mix of perspectives, lived experiences and approaches to teaching and research enhances our day‑to‑day work and enriches our School community.

The primary purpose of the role will be to teach in the German Section, in the area of German linguistics.

The post‑holder will be expected to make key contributions to convening and delivering teaching, including associated assessment duties, in particular delivering the module Language and Social Media in Germany and beyond (final year). The role‑holder will also be expected to supervise undergraduate dissertations in German linguistics.

A range of administrative duties to support the operation of the School will also be undertaken.

Applicants must hold a PhD (complete or thesis pending) or equivalent experience in German and/or linguistics or another relevant specialism. Familiarity with the UK’s or another English‑speaking University sector is desirable.

This is a part‑time, fixed term post, starting as soon as possible (preferably September 2026), continuing till 30 th June 2027.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Nicola Mclelland, via email Nicol

Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. Visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion website.

To help you succeed, we published Candidate Guidance to provide support on the application and interview process.

We welcome applications from UK, Europe and worldwide and aim to make your move to the UK as smooth as possible. Visit the Moving to Nottingham page for details.

Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by UK Visas & Immigration .