Teaching Fellow – Social Anthropology | Edinburgh, UK

About Position/Job

The University of Edinburgh invites applications for a Teaching Fellow in Social Anthropology. This 12-month fixed-term role supports undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, curriculum design, and dissertation supervision. Situated within the School of Social and Political Science, the position fosters an interdisciplinary, globally minded teaching environment. Hybrid working is available.

Position/Job Details

Position: Teaching Fellow
Institution: University of Edinburgh
Department: Social Anthropology
Research field: Social Anthropology
Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Number of post: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (12 months)
Start Date (Anticipated): August 2025
Working Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary Range: £40,497 to £48,149 per annum
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Social Anthropology
Cultural Studies
Political and Social Science

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD (or near completion) in Social Anthropology
Teaching experience with course design, delivery, and assessment
Strong student-focused teaching philosophy

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in UK Higher Education context
Commitment to collegiality and interdisciplinary collaboration

Key Responsibilities

Deliver lectures, tutorials, and seminars
Design course materials and assess student performance
Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations
Participate in departmental administration and activities

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit your application via the University of Edinburgh recruitment portal. Internal applicants should apply through People & Money. For questions, contact Professor Magnus Course at: SPSHeadofSocAnthrop@ed.ac.uk