University Teacher in Philosophy
Posted 2 hours 12 minutes ago by Loughborough University
Posted 13/05/2026. Closing 08/06/2026. Location: Loughborough. Salary: £47,389 per annum (pro rated). Fixed term starting 1 September 2026 to 30 June 2029. Part time (FTE 0.4). Annualised (10 months per year, pay divided equally across 12 monthly instalments).
ResponsibilitiesThe role holder will provide teaching primarily on our popular undergraduate Politics, Philosophy and Economics programme, covering introductory issues in epistemology, logic, metaphysics and ethics. Ability to teach and supervise in political philosophy and/or wider politics and international relations would be helpful.
Qualifications- Highly experienced educator with evidence of excellence in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Specific and current experience of teaching philosophy.
- Experience working in a high quality academic research environment.
Staff from under represented groups in higher education and the discipline, including those from racialised minorities, who have a physical or invisible disability, or are neurodivergent, are particularly encouraged to apply. The University is a Disability Confident employer, a member of the Stonewall Diversity Champion Scheme and holds Race Equality Charter and Athena SWAN bronze awards.
BenefitsTime off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.
Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523 acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Loughborough University is committed to allowing employees to work dynamically with a combination of working on campus and remotely, where possible.
Financial Wellbeing - competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.
Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.
Health and Wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.
Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle to work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.
Closing dateApplication closing date: 8th June 2026.