Lecturer in Human Geography Uk Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Location:
Egham, Surrey

Salary:
£49,325 per annum (inclusive of London Allowance)

Post Type:
Full-time, Fixed-Term (12 months)

Hours per Week:
35 hours

Weeks per Year:
52 weeks

Closing Date:
23:59 BST, Friday, 2 May 2025

Reference:
0425-082

Position Overview

The Department of Geography at Royal Holloway, University of London is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Lecturer in Human Geography. This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 12 months, focused primarily on teaching. The successful candidate will contribute to our well-regarded Human Geography program, particularly in the areas of Political Geography and Urban Studies, as well as provide academic support to undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Our department has an outstanding reputation for teaching excellence and student support, consistently ranking among the highest for student satisfaction in the UK. In 2018, we were awarded the Athena SWAN Silver Award for our commitment to advancing gender equality.

About the Department

The Department of Geography at Royal Holloway has a strong community ethos and a reputation for mentoring and academic support. We pride ourselves on offering comprehensive training and development opportunities for staff. You will join a department that excels in cultural, historical, and geopolitical geography, and be part of interdisciplinary research initiatives through the Centre for GeoHumanities, which connects geography with arts, culture, and heritage sectors.

Key Areas of Research & Teaching

You will engage with the department’s Social, Cultural and Historical Geography Group (SCHG) and/or the Geopolitics, Development, Security, and Justice Group (GDSJ). These groups have played a pivotal role in shaping the discipline in the UK and work across diverse themes, such as:

• Place, landscape, and mobility
• Creative and collaborative geographies
• Transnational material cultures
• Political geography, cities, and development
• Visual cultures, sacred spaces, and multiculturalism
• Geopolitics, international relations, and security

We are looking for an individual who can contribute to second-year teaching (specifically GG2052 Political Geography and GG2053 Cities) and postgraduate teaching on our MRes programmes. Additionally, the role includes participation in the first-year tutorial program, as well as undergraduate and postgraduate dissertation supervision.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone with expertise in Human Geography, particularly in the areas of political geography and urban studies. Experience in teaching at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels is essential, and a passion for delivering high-quality education is a must. The successful candidate will be committed to fostering a supportive and stimulating learning environment for students and will engage in innovative teaching methods that inspire students.

Visa Sponsorship

Applications are welcome from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK. These applicants will be considered alongside all other candidates. If you require visa sponsorship, please ensure you meet the necessary criteria for work authorization in the UK.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary package of £49,325 per annum (including London Allowance)
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme with a generous employer contribution
• Employee benefit schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans, and support for eyesight testing
• Free on-campus parking

The position is based on the picturesque Royal Holloway campus in Egham, Surrey, which is close to Windsor Great Park and has excellent transport links to London.

Application Process

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Professor Simon Blockley, Head of the Department, at simon.blockley@rhul.ac.uk.

For queries related to the application process, please reach out to Human Resources at recruitment@rhul.ac.uk.

Please ensure to include the reference number: 0425-082 when making inquiries.

Important Dates

Closing Date: 23:59 BST on Friday, 2 May 2025

Interview Date: Tuesday, 20 May 2025

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Royal Holloway is committed to fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, parental status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Our initiatives and diversity networks can be explored on our Equality and Diversity Intranet page.

Note: This position is not eligible for hybrid working.