Mansfield College, Oxford invites applications for a Fixed-Term Stipendiary Lectureship (six hours) in Literature in English 650-1550, for two years from 1 October 2024, with the possibility of renewal.
Mansfield has the highest state sector intake among Oxford colleges, and regularly surpasses the targets the University has set for widening participation and increasing social mobility in undergraduate admissions. We value diversity and difference as necessary elements of a vibrant intellectual culture. Mansfield admits 8 students a year in English.
The duties of the post include: i) teaching six weighted hours a week (averaged over three eight-week terms) through a combination of tutorials and classes; ii) participation in the organisation and administration of English at the College in collaboration with the other English tutors. The successful candidate should have submitted, or be close to submitting a doctorate. They will teach two undergraduate courses: Prelims Paper 2: Early Medieval Literature, c. 650 – 1350 and FHS Paper 2: Literature in English 1350–1550. An ability to teach Course 2 papers Paper 1: Literature in English, 650 – 1100 and Paper 2: Medieval English and Related Literatures, 1066–1550 may be an advantage.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 22 May 2024 and interviews will be taking place in the week beginning 27 May 2024.
Further information about Mansfield College and the English teaching team can be found at https://www.mansfield.ox.ac.uk. Appointment is subject to the provision of proof of the right to work in the UK.
Applications are particularly welcome from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are under-represented at Mansfield. Mansfield College and the University of Oxford are Equal Opportunities Employers.
A copy of the further particulars is available to download on the Mansfield College website, including full details on how to apply: https://www.mansfield.ox.ac.uk/vacancies/fixed-term-lectureship-in-english-650-1550/
