Lecturer in Political Science (Specialism in Political Economy)

Job description

The Department of Political Economy invites applications for a Lectureship in Political Science, with specialism in Political Economy. We encourage applicants with an interest in any field of political science, but with a focus on political economy understood as the study of politics using theories and methods from economics. Candidates should be able to contribute to teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

The department is informed by an inclusive interdisciplinary vision and welcomes applications from candidates who share that vision. The Department values diversity and inclusion and a work-life balance. The Department of Political Economy is a unique interdisciplinary enterprise located in the heart of London with proximity to both the world of politics and the city. Founded in 2010, the department is the only dedicated Department of Political Economy in the United Kingdom. The teaching and research recognise that the disciplines of Politics and Economics are inextricably linked; it is not possible to properly understand political processes without exploring the economic context in which politics operates. Similarly, sound economic analysis requires an awareness of how resource allocation is conditioned by political institutions, historical context and ethical values, and the way these have been understood by different traditions in social thought. In a world characterised by financial uncertainty, ecological insecurity and value conflict, the links between political and economic processes are ever more apparent and the need for a multifaceted appreciation of how they operate, has never been greater.

You will be responsible to the Head of Department. More information about the Department, School and Faculty can be found on the King’s website:

Department of Political Economy:
  http://www.kcl.ac.uk/sspp/departments/politicaleconomy/index.aspx

School of Politics and Economics:
  http://www.kcl.ac.uk/sspp/schools/politics-economics/index.aspx

Faculty of Social Science and Public Policy:
  http://www.kcl.ac.uk/sspp/index.aspx

This post will be offered on a full-time, indefinite contract.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning, organisation and delivery of teaching activities within the department in accordance with established departmental practice, and to ongoing curriculum development. At Grade 7, design, develop and deliver a range of programmes of study. 
• Contribute fully to developing and enhancing the research profile of the Department, School and College, including (Grade 6) establishing a track record of high-quality publications, (Grade 7) having a track record of high-quality publications. 
• Develop and maintain individual/joint research projects in subject related areas. At Grade 7, contribute to the development of research strategies.  
• Supervise and train postgraduate students to ensure their effective development. 
• Act as personal tutor to students. 
• Participate fully in assessment and examination process as appropriate using a variety of methods and techniques and provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students to support their learning. 
• Participate in and develop internal and external networks. At Grade 7, lead and develop networks. 
• Conduct individual or collaborative research projects. At Grade 7, act as principal investigator and project leader. 
• Undertake any other reasonable duties that may be requested by the Head of Department 

Skills, knowledge, and experience 

Essential criteria 

1.       PhD in a relevant subject (completed or submitted by time of application)  

2.       Academic specialism in political science with a focus on the quantitative political economy   

3.       Ability to engage in research-led teaching 

4.       University teaching experience and evidence of excellence 

5.       Clear potential for excellent academic publications record 

6.       Good presentational and communicative skills  

7.       Good organisational and administrative skills 

8.       Ability to supervise student research at BA, MA and PhD levels 

9.       Ability to provide support and guidance in the supervision and tutoring of Undergraduate and Postgraduate students 

10.     Excellent academic publications record (Grade 7) 

11.     Experience of involvement in major research projects and applications for funding (Grade 7) 

Desirable criteria 

1.       Administrative experience 

The selection process will include a panel interview, and a presentation.