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The Department of Philosophy at the University of Warwick seeks to appoint two 12-month Teaching Fellows. We especially welcome applications from members of groups currently underrepresented in philosophy.
We are seeking to appoint candidates with track records as dedicated and successful teachers who will provide an exceptional level of education to our students.
Through their research, teaching, and service, the successful candidates will contribute to the diversity and excellence of our staff–student community. We are committed to an inclusive, research led approach to teaching and to providing our staff with an environment that supports developing their research and their teaching to the highest level.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
You will join an ambitious, collegial, and welcoming department that is well-regarded internationally (currently 38 in the QS rankings). In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021), 48% of our research outputs were assessed as world-leading in terms of their originality, significance, and rigour. We are ranked 2nd in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.
The University of Warwick is a top-100 global research university which achieved the highest possible rating, Gold, in the UK government’s assessment of teaching excellence (TEF 2023). Warwick’s success has been built on exceptional academic standards, combining creativity and intellectual rigour with agility, professionalism, and sustainability. It aims to provide its students with a life-changing education, an outstanding student experience, and a global perspective as citizens of the future.
The University of Warwick is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their gender, race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. The Department of Philosophy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. The Department holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award and the University holds an Athena SWAN Institutional Silver award.
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
* World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026
** Research Excellence Framework 2021
CLOSING DEADLINE: Wednesday 20th May 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit your application by the closing deadline.
You will be asked to include a CV and cover letter. Within these documents, please:
1. Outline your employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
2. Outline the reasons for your interest in this position.
3. Demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role with clear reference to each of the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description (PDF attached below).
Applications must be submitted by the closing deadline. You will not be able to submit an application form even if you opened it before the stated deadline. Only applications submitted through our Careers Portal will be considered.
You are welcome to include any careers breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave).
Please note that if you do not evidence the essential criteria, the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here.
We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here.
We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link which contains further information about obtaining the right to work in the UK.
This opportunity is closed to applications.
