Queen Mary, University of London: Lecturer in Medieval Literature – Call For Applications

Lecturer in Medieval Literature
Queen Mary, University of London – School of English & Drama

Location: City Of London
Salary: 39351
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Contract / Temporary
Closes: 27th May 2015
Job Ref: QMUL5845

Queen Mary, University of London is one of the UK’s leading research-focused universities and a member of the Russell Group with an outstanding reputation in the humanities and social sciences. The English Department was ranked fourth in the last national Research Excellence Framework.

The department wishes to appoint a Lecturer in Medieval Literature. The successful applicant will have research interests that demonstrate an innovative attitude towards aspects of medieval literature or medieval studies, with an excellent research record and substantial plans for future work in the field. We expect the person appointed to contribute to our teaching provision in the medieval area (Old English through to the early sixteenth century), and to develop new modules at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

The post is full time, starting from 1 September 2015 or as soon as possible thereafter. Starting salary will be on the Academic and Education Grade 5 scale at £39,351 per annum inclusive of London Allowance. Benefits include 30 days annual leave, defined benefit pension scheme and interest-free season ticket loan.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

Informal enquiries should be addressed to Professor Paul Hamilton, Head of English, at p.w.a.hamilton@qmul.ac.uk

Details about the School of English and Drama can be found at www.sed.qmul.ac.uk

Details about the English Department can be found at www.english.qmul.ac.uk

Further details and an application form can be found at: www.hr.qmul.ac.uk/vacancies

The closing date for applications is 27 May 2015. Interviews will take place shortly thereafter.