Lecturer in Ethics and/or Political Philosophy
Join King's College London as a Lecturer in Ethics and/or Political Philosophy to conduct independent research and teach.
Best for:Best for early-career or established philosophers specializing in ethics or political philosophy with a strong publication and teaching background.
Overview
The Department of Philosophy at King’s College London is seeking an outstanding philosopher for a permanent Lecturer position focusing on ethics and/or political philosophy. The successful candidate will design, lead, and publish original independent research of international caliber while contributing actively to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Responsibilities also include module design, student supervision, and sharing administrative or leadership duties within the department. Applicants are expected to hold a relevant PhD and demonstrate exceptional teaching competence alongside a promising research agenda.
What you'll do
- Lead and direct an original, independent programme of research at an international standard in ethics and/or political philosophy.
- Engage, teach, supervise, and support undergraduate and postgraduate students across philosophy modules.
- Design and manage academic modules, incorporating innovative curricula.
- Contribute to administrative and leadership tasks required for the smooth running of the Department, Faculty, and College.
- Integrate awareness of equality, diversity, and inclusion issues into academic content and student support.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Philosophy or relevant related area (awarded or viva passed) at time of appointment
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Record of publications relative to career stage
- Outstanding research achievement and potential relative to career stage in ethics and/or political philosophy
- Relevant teaching competence and experience at the university level
- Ability to design, manage, and deliver academic modules
- Understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion issues in academic contexts
- Willingness to take on administrative and leadership responsibilities within the department
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-15
Prepare your curriculum vitae, a writing sample, a research statement, and a cover letter explaining your suitability for the role. Submit your application materials online through the university's designated recruitment portal before the specified deadline, ensuring you provide the contact details for three academic referees.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- One recent piece of research
- 3 reference letters
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