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Lecturer in Early Modern Literature with Shakespeare
Job Reference Number: UOS000661
Faculty of Arts and Humanities, School of English Literature, Language and Linguistics
Salary: Grade 8 - £36,715 to £43,840 per annum, with potential to progress to
£49,342. Closing Date: 18th February 2010

The School of English is seeking to appoint a lecturer in Early Modern
literature, and a specialist interest in any aspect of Shakespeare studies or
Renaissance Drama may be an advantage. This new position is a key part of the
expansion of Early Modern studies at Sheffield. The appointee will produce
published research, teach and supervise research in areas broadly appropriate
to their interests. You will participate in core teaching on the BA in English
Literature; devise and teach specialist options at undergraduate and MA levels
and play a key role in the ongoing development of the specialist Masters
pathway in Early Modern Studies. There will also be involvement in the
recruitment and supervision of postgraduate students. All staff are expected to
assist as required with the administration of the School, and to develop
research projects and related ventures. Applicants should be research active,
have a PhD (or equivalent experience) and a track record of publication. The
post is available from September 2010.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Cathy Shrank (c.shrank@shef.ac.uk);
tel: 0114 222 8485.

Further details, information about the University and an application form can
be
found here.