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The University of Oxford is seeking to appoint an Associate Professor in History with a focus on the period 1000-1500. The post will be held in the Department for Continuing Education and the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the teaching and research within the Department’s history portfolio. They will also contribute to the governance and strategic direction of the Department. The postholder will have a Governing Body Fellowship at Kellogg College and full membership of the Faculty of History.

 

The successful candidate must hold a doctorate relevant to history 1000-1500 and have an established research record relating to history between 1000-1500. You should have substantial experience of teaching at university level and a proven record of research and publication. A demonstrated ability to supervise research students and contribute to academic leadership is essential.

 

The Department for Continuing Education offers a range of part-time study options at undergraduate and postgraduate level, as well as non-award-bearing short courses and summer schools. The Department is committed to public engagement and interdisciplinary teaching and research.

 

The Department for Continuing Education provides opportunities for people from a wide variety of backgrounds to benefit from the University’s rich and unique resources. We are ambitious and forward-thinking, with a strong sense of identity and community. Our mission is to inspire people locally, nationally and globally by extending access to Oxford’s world-class teaching and resources through flexible and inclusive opportunities for study and research.

 

Colleagues uphold the Mission, Vision and Values of the Department and actively promote a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion.

 

The postholder will be a Governing Body Fellow of Kellogg College and a full member of the Faculty of History.

 

Associate Professors may apply for the title of full Professor in annual exercises. In exceptional cases, the title of full Professor may be awarded on appointment with an additional salary payment.

 

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

 

•         An excellent contributory pension scheme

•         38 days’ annual leave

•         A comprehensive range of childcare services

•         Family leave schemes

•         Cycle loan scheme

•         Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

•         Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

 

 

Applications should include a covering letter, application form, curriculum vitae (including a list of principal publications), and the names of three referees.

 

The closing date for applications is Friday 9 May at noon. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 2 July.

 

Bring your expertise to the University of Oxford and be a part of a community that values creativity, diversity, and excellence.

 

The University of Oxford is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of their background.

Oxford University Department for Continuing Education (OUDCE) is seeking to appoint a part-time tutor to teach our short online courses on English Landscape Gardens and The Culture of the English Country House

 

About the role 

 

English Landscape Gardens and The Culture of the English Country House are accredited short online courses running up to three times a year. They are taught asynchronously, with interaction taking place via text-based forums. Tutors’ duties include teaching online, preparing weekly video messages, marking and providing feedback on coursework, as well as dealing with administrative tasks relevant to the course.

 
 
 

This is a part-time (0.27FTE) position, available on a permanent basis. 

 

About you 

 

You will be well-qualified academically with experience of teaching and researching at a university level. Candidates with a background in English local history and/or architectural history are particularly welcome. 

 

About us 

 

OUDCE provides opportunities for people from a wide variety of backgrounds to benefit from the University’s rich and unique resources. We are ambitious and forward-thinking, with a strong sense of identity and community. Our mission is to inspire people locally, nationally and globally by extending access to Oxford’s world-class teaching and resources through flexible and inclusive opportunities for study and research. 

 

Colleagues uphold the Mission, Vision and Values of the Department and actively promote a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. 

 

What we offer 

 

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including: 

 

•         An excellent contributory pension scheme 

•         38 days’ annual leave 

•         A comprehensive range of childcare services 

•         Family leave schemes 

•         Cycle loan scheme 

•         Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs 

•         Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans 

 

Application process 

 

You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. 

 

To make informal enquiries about the post please contact Jonathan Healey: jonathan.healey@history.ox.ac.uk 

 

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 30th May 2025.

 

Interviews will take place during as soon as possible after the closing date. 

 

Bring your expertise to the University of Oxford and be a part of a community that values creativity, diversity, and excellence. 

 

The University of Oxford is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of their background.