Associate Lecturer (Teaching) in History of Science

Ref Number

B04-07058

Professional Expertise

Teaching, Teaching Support and Examination Support

Department

UCL BEAMS (B04)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Part time

Salary

£43,981-£52,586

Contract Type

Fixed-term

Working Type

Hybrid

Available for Secondment

No

Closing Date

01-Mar-2026

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UCL Department of Science and Technology Studies (STS) seeks to appoint one Associate Lecturer (Teaching) in the History of Science to contribute to taught undergraduate modules, and to undertake related academic support duties. This is a part-time (0.4FTE), fixed-term appointment, available from 01 September 2026 to 30 June 2027.

We interpret science, technology and society broadly. Areas that we are interested in, and are relevant to this position include, but are not restricted to: History of Ancient Science, History of Science in the Middle Ages and in the Early Modern Period, History of Science and Religions. A specialism in non-European contexts and languages (Asia, Middle-East) would be welcome.

The main duties of the post will involve:

• Teach undergraduate modules in the subject area.
• Complete marking for these modules in a timely fashion.
• Undertake administrative duties associated with the modules and with STS degrees.
• Contribute to the academic life of the department.

The specific module assigned to this post will likely include:

• HPSC0003 History of Science, Antiquity to Enlightenment
• HPSC0022/BASC0088 Science and Religion
• Teaching and/or assistance on teaching on further modules as directed.

HPSC0003 is a term 2 module taught to first year undergraduates. HPSC0022 is a term 1 module taught to second year undergraduates. Particulars about the modules are online in the module syllabus: www.ucl.ac.uk/sts/hpsc .

Additional duties and or modules (including at Master’s level) will be assigned, including light assistance with assessment on other modules, one-off sessions with undergraduate and masters students, and light enabling duties, such as assistance with recruitment, assistance with career tutoring, and student support.

This post is not renewable. It is not subject to extension.

Please note that this position does not meet the requirements for visa sponsorship.

The appointee will hold a PhD in an appropriate academic field by the time of appointment. If not degree-holding, they will show significant professional development in the area of the subject to be taught.

The post holder will have expertise in history of science, from Ancient to Early modern, as well as expertise in the History of Science and Religions. They will have excellent teaching and presentation skills, as well as interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. For further details, please see the job description and person specifications at the bottom of this page.

The appointee must be available for teaching during the term and times scheduled. The approximate contact time commitment per module is 7.3 hours per week.

The post holder will be required to actively follow all UCL policies and regulations, such as Equal Opportunities. The staff member also has a responsibility to carry out their duties in a resource efficient way and actively support UCL’s Sustainability Strategy, policies and objectives within the remit of their role.

Application process

As part of your application, please ensure that you include the following documents:

• CV;
• Cover letter (focussing, in particular, on teaching experience);
• A piece of recent writing.

If you have any queries about this role, please contact Giuseppe La Rosa, STS Departmental Manager (giuseppe.larosa@ucl.ac.uk). Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place in late March or early April 2026.

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some greatbenefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closuredays)
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• On-site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance
• Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/rewards-and-benefits to find out more.

As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented inUCL’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people. You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/ Our department holds anAthena SWAN Bronze award, in recognition of our long-term commitment in advancing gender equality.

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