About Position/Job
The School of Anthropology and Museum Ethnography (SAME) at the University of Oxford invites applications for a one-year position as Departmental Lecturer in Visual, Material and Museum Anthropology. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to two of Oxford’s prestigious postgraduate programmes — the MSc and MPhil in Visual, Material and Museum Anthropology (VMMA). The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic teacher with strong academic grounding and a passion for engaging with the latest debates in visual, material and museum anthropology. The position offers a chance to work closely with the Pitt Rivers Museum and contribute to shaping the next generation of anthropologists in a highly interdisciplinary and research-driven environment.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Departmental Lecturer in Visual, Material and Museum Anthropology
- Institution: University of Oxford
- Department: School of Anthropology and Museum Ethnography (SAME)
- Research field: Visual, Material and Museum Anthropology
- Location: Oxford, United Kingdom
- Number of post: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (1 year)
- Start Date (Anticipated): October 2025
- Working Hours: Full-time (approx. 37.5 hours/week)
- Salary Range: £38,674 – £46,913 p.a., depending on experience
- Required Degree/Diploma: Doctorate
Research Area
- Visual Anthropology
- Material Anthropology
- Museum Anthropology
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Doctorate in Anthropology or a closely related field
- Demonstrable teaching experience at postgraduate level
- Broad knowledge in visual, material and/or museum anthropology
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supervising dissertations and conducting tutorials
- Familiarity with research-led teaching
- Ability to contribute to seminar series and interdisciplinary academic discussions
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver lectures, tutorials, and research methods classes
- Supervise MSc and MPhil dissertations
- Undertake assessment and examination duties
- Organise and contribute to the Pitt Rivers Museum/VMMA seminar series
- Participate in departmental administration and curriculum development
Application Process
How to Apply
Submit your application via the University of Oxford online application portal. Informal queries may be directed to Dr Chihab El Khachab at: chihab.elkhachab@anthro.ox.ac.uk
Required Documents:
- Cover letter
- CV
- Teaching statement
- Names and contact details of referees
Important Dates
- Application Opens: June 2025
- Deadline: 11 July 2025 (12:00 noon UK time)
- Interview Date: Week commencing 28 July 2025
Useful Links
- Institution Website: University of Oxford
- Official Notification Link: University of Oxford Job Portal
- Apply now: Apply via Oxford Recruitment
