Lecturer in American History Uk Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Location:
Brighton, UK

Hours:
Full-time (1.0 FTE / 37.5 hours per week). Flexible working requests will be considered, subject to business needs.

Salary:
Grade 7: £38,249 – £45,413 per annum (pro rata for part-time)

Contract Type:
Fixed-term

About the Role

The Department of History at the University of Sussex is inviting applications for a fixed-term position as Lecturer in US History (Education Focused).

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching across undergraduate modules in 19th- and 20th-century History and American Studies. You will deliver specialist teaching in areas such as 20th-century US history and politics, and the Civil Rights Movement. Responsibilities include lectures, seminars, supervision of undergraduate dissertations, student support, and assessment duties.

You’ll be joining a dynamic and collaborative department with strong interdisciplinary links, particularly with American Studies. The History Department at Sussex is ranked 20th in the 2025 Complete University Guide and was 4th for Impact in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Iain McDaniel, Head of Department: irm22@sussex.ac.uk.

About You

You will hold a PhD in 20th-century US History and bring subject expertise in areas such as the US political system and Civil Rights history. You’ll have a developing research profile and experience teaching in the UK higher education sector. Strong communication skills, a student-centred approach, and experience with undergraduate supervision will be key assets.

We’re looking for a team player who thrives in a collegial, interdisciplinary environment and is committed to supporting student learning and academic success.

About the School

You’ll be part of the Faculty of Media, Arts and Humanities, which fosters creativity, critical thinking, and academic excellence. Learn more about the faculty here:
https://www.sussex.ac.uk/schools/media-arts-humanities/

Why Sussex?

The University of Sussex is located just off the A27, beside the South Downs National Park. Our 150-acre campus combines natural beauty with modern facilities. Falmer train station is a five-minute walk, and several bus routes serve the campus. We also support sustainable travel, including a cycle-to-work scheme.

Sussex is a renowned, research-led international university. Our people—academic, professional services, and students—make us who we are. We’re proud of our inclusive, ambitious, and community-focused culture.

Learn more about our benefits and rewards package and our equality, diversity, and inclusion policies.

Additional Information

Informal enquiries: Dr Iain McDaniel – irm22@sussex.ac.uk

Applications must be submitted via our vacancies page

The University values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds

We particularly welcome applications from women, Black and minority ethnic candidates, and candidates with disabilities, who are underrepresented in academic roles at Sussex

All work must be conducted in the UK

Visa Sponsorship:
This role meets the salary and job code requirements for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship (for full-time appointments). For more details, please refer to our Skilled Worker Visa information page.