School of Modern Languages and Cultures Durham University

Durham

The post is for a fixed term only (24 months), and it is not anticipated that the post will be extended beyond this fixed term

Successful applicants will, ideally be in post by 1st May 2024

Contracted Hours per Week: 17.5

Grade 7: - £37,099 per annum (pro-rata)

Closing Date: 08-Mar-2024, 2:59:00 AM

The Role 

If
successful you will be fully integrated in the Russian Studies team
within Durham University’s School of Modern Languages and Cultures and
you will be expected to contribute to the delivery of teaching on the
relevant programme, to include curriculum development, the convening of
modules, and all aspects of assessment.

Teaching
Fellowships offer the opportunity of valuable experience to those early
in their academic careers and the University is keen to maximise the
benefit to as many people as possible.  The post of Teaching Fellow will
involve a significant teaching load, which may extend into the summer
period, and there may be related scholarship and the opportunity for
administrative duties which relate to education and pedagogy.

This
0.5 FTE post is for a fixed term of 24 months only and is funded by a
Leverhulme Trust award. It is not anticipated that the post will be
extended beyond this fixed term.

The successful applicant will ideally
be in post by 1 May 2024 (or as soon as possible thereafter).

They will
not be expected to teach during the summer of 2024, but the early start
will allow them to fully prepare for teaching in the 2024/2025 academic
year.

The
University provides a working and teaching environment that is
inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with
dignity and respect. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate these
key principles as part of the assessment process.

The
University provides a working and teaching environment that is
inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with
dignity and respect. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate these
key principles as part of the assessment process.

·        
A good first degree in Russian Studies.

·        
A PhD (or be close to submission) in Russian Studies or a related
subject, or equivalent demonstrable practitioner experience which may include
appropriate certification and/or membership of a relevant professional body.

·        
Experience of teaching and examining at University level with positive
student feedback gained.

·        
Demonstrable ability to teach university courses in Russian Studies in
an Anglophone environment, especially literature, history, and culture.

·        
Experience of contributing to the development and delivery of
high-quality teaching and/or assessment of learning, including the design and
creation of successful learning environments and curricula.

·        
Demonstrable ability to participate in the collegial/administrative
activities of an academic department and/or discipline.

·        
Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to
engage with a range of students and colleagues across a variety of forums.