Lecturer in Early Modern and/or Modern Philosophy – AC2925

at University of St Andrews, St Andrews, United Kingdom

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Salary

£47,389 to £58,226 a year

Closing date

16 November 2026

Start

1 September 2027

Type of post

Teaching

Contract

Full Time, Permanent

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24 October 2026, on jobs.ac.uk

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Start date: 1 September 2027. We wish to appoint a Lecturer in Early Modern/Modern Philosophy within the Department of Philosophy in the School of Philosophical, Anthropological, and Film Studies. You will be a scholar with a growing international research reputation in Early Modern and/or Modern Philosophy (17 th – 19 th century), and have other expertise that fits with or compliments the research interests of the department. You will have commitment to delivering high-quality teaching within the broad field of History of Philosophy. The successful candidate will be expected to have a range of interests, to be active in research publication that strengthens or complements those in the Department and to be capable of teaching the subject to undergraduate and taught postgraduate students from a wide range of backgrounds. Candidates should hold a PhD in philosophy or a suitable cognate discipline. Excellent teaching skills and an interest in promoting knowledge exchange are essential. You should also have some familiarity with grant seeking processes in relation to research councils and other sources. For further information and informal enquiries, please contact Dr Lisa Jones at philhod@st-andrews.ac.uk . In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews. Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility). Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution of 14.5%. A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance. Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services. Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel. Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including Linked In Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme. 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays. At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter. We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people. Closing date: 16 November 2026. Interview date: 26 January 2027. Job description: AC2925RS FPs.pdf Ref no: AC2925RS £47,389 to £58,226 per annum.

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