Lecturer in Sociology
Goldsmiths, University of London, New Cross, Lewisham
Lecturer in Sociology
£44263
Goldsmiths, University of London, New Cross, Lewisham
- Part time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 23 Oct | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 35172b4e6c4443caaeea9de1c29b5b58
Full Job Description
- Teach postgraduate courses in sociology, with a focus on visual sociology, photography, and related topics.
- Deliver engaging lectures, seminars, and workshops, encouraging students to explore sociological concepts through photography.
- Supervise student projects with a visual or photographic component.
- Offer mentoring and academic support to students, fostering their development in both sociological theory and practical visual methods.
- You will be required to undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required
- Ensure that you are aware of and aligned with Goldsmiths' Regulations, Strategy, and Objectives to work together to proactively advance Equality and Diversity
- At all times to help maintain a safe working environment by participating in training as necessary and following the Goldsmiths' Health and Safety Codes of Practice and
- Competitive salary
- Working in Zone 2, with fantastic transport links and interest free travel to work loans
- Excellent annual leave entitlement plus additional closure days at Christmas and Easter
- Membership of USS or LPFA pension scheme, dependent upon grade
- Maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave and pay
- Contractual sick pay provision
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7/365 confidential and free advice, support, and information service on a range of personal, family, or workrelated matters.
- Free eye tests
- Cycle to work scheme
- Wellbeing initiatives including the Chaplaincy and Staff Choir
- On-site dining facilities
- Access to University of London facilities such as Senate House Library
- Membership of Staff Diversity Networks: (Dis)Ability, Goldsmiths Race Equality Group, LGBTQ+, Menopause, Parents and Carers, Women at Goldsmiths. (Staff are also encouraged to join networks as Allies should they wish to do so rather than as members)
We are seeking a highly motivated Sociologist with both a specialism in photography and proven teaching experience. This is for a fixed-term position. The successful candidate will combine their sociological expertise with visual methods, particularly photography, to contribute to research and teach undergraduate and/or postgraduate students. This role is ideal for someone passionate about exploring the intersection of, Ph.D. or Master's degree in Sociology, Visual Studies, Anthropology, or A, C a related field, with a specialisation in visual sociology or photography. Essential Criteria 2 - Experience Demonstrated experience in teaching sociology or related subjects at a A, I, R higher education institution. Essential Criteria 3 - Knowledge Expertise in photography, with a portfolio showcasing research-oriented A, I photographic work. Essential Criteria 4 - Skills Familiarity with digital photography tools and editing software (e.g., A, I Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop).
Goldsmiths, University of London is a world-leading centre of educational excellence where ground-breaking research meets innovative teaching and thinking. We're looking for inspiring and talented people to help build on our global reputation while also growing personally in a true learning organisation. As a college we are working to tackle inequality in all its forms and are working to promote equality on grounds of race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibilities. We are keen to attract candidates from diverse backgrounds who share our commitment to creating an inclusive culture in which all students and