The University of Manchester is hiring a Lecturer in Archaeology (Teaching and Scholarship), with applications closing on 15 June 2026. This is a 24-month fixed-term appointment at 0.8 FTE based at Oxford Road, Manchester, within the Department of Classics, Ancient History, Archaeology and Egyptology under the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures.
The role involves delivering archaeology teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with responsibility for organising course units and leading lectures and seminars. It also includes assessing student work, managing marking processes, and providing academic guidance to support students throughout their studies. In addition, the postholder contributes to academic advising and ongoing student learning support within the department.
In terms of wider academic duties, the role further involves supervising undergraduate dissertations and maintaining digital learning materials used in teaching delivery. It also extends to supporting fieldwork activities, contributing to laboratory-based teaching, and participating in departmental recruitment and administrative processes, ensuring effective academic coordination across programmes.
Position Details
- Position: Lecturer in Archaeology (Teaching and Scholarship)
- Institution: University of Manchester, United Kingdom
- Department: Classics, Ancient History, Archaeology and Egyptology
- Discipline: Archaeology
- Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
- Job Type: Lecturer (Teaching and Scholarship)
- Contract Duration: Fixed-term for 24 months
- Start Date: Not specified
- Working Hours: 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE)
- Salary/Funding: £42,254 – £46,049 per annum depending on experience
- Required Qualification: PhD in Archaeology
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Focus Area
The focus area of this role includes:
- Archaeology teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Course unit design and academic coordination
- Student assessment and marking practices
- Dissertation supervision and academic mentoring
- Fieldwork engagement and practical archaeological training
- Laboratory-based teaching activities
- Digital learning environment management
Eligibility/Qualifications
- PhD in Archaeology from a recognised institution
- Demonstrated expertise in archaeology relevant to teaching needs
- Evidence of university-level teaching experience in archaeology
- Ability to deliver lectures, seminars, and course coordination
- Experience supporting students in higher education contexts
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate archaeology teaching
- Convene and manage archaeology course units
- Assess and moderate student academic work
- Supervise undergraduate dissertations in archaeology
- Provide academic advising and student support
- Contribute to fieldwork, laboratory learning, and departmental administration
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit the following documents via the official university application portal.
Required documents include:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter outlining teaching experience and academic expertise
- Evidence of relevant qualifications including PhD certificate
- Teaching portfolio or supporting statement on pedagogy
- Academic references as requested by the institution
Important Dates
- Applications Open: Not specified
- Application Deadline: 15 June 2026 (Midnight, UK time)
- Interview Period: Not specified
- Expected Start Date: Not specified
Apply early through the official University of Manchester application portal to ensure your submission is considered before the closing deadline.
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Institutional Overview
The University of Manchester is a public research-intensive university based in Manchester, United Kingdom, with a broad academic portfolio spanning humanities, science, engineering, medicine, and social sciences. As a member of the Russell Group, it maintains a strong focus on teaching excellence, research output, and international collaboration across disciplines. The university supports a diverse academic community and offers teaching, research, and professional opportunities across a wide range of subject areas.
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