The Department of Geography at Durham University seeks to appoint an outstanding individual to an Associate Professorship in Human Geography. The post is part of Durham University’s strategic Heritage 360 initiative and applicants must demonstrate research excellence in the field of Heritage Landscapes and/or Social Justice and Wellbeing in heritage, with the ability to teach our students to an exceptional standard and to fully engage in the services, citizenship and values of the University.
Heritage 360 is a new and exciting research platform funded through Durham University’s Strategic Research Fund. Dedicated to holistic approaches to heritage, and to drawing together research on natural and cultural heritage, Heritage 360 involves six academic departments (Archaeology, Biosciences, Chemistry, Geography, History, Modern Languages and Cultures) and Library and Collections. The position is permanent and successful postholders will be department-based, but for the four-year duration of the initiative will be focused on research, with teaching by agreement with department and Strategic Research Fund management. Contribution to masters teaching and continuing professional development programmes will be expected.
The successful applicant will have an outstanding research record with evidence of substantial grant capture, collaborative working within and without academe, and agenda-setting leadership. We encourage work that develops a range of theoretical, conceptual, and/or methodological approaches. In addition, they must demonstrate the ability to teach on cultural and/or natural heritage at all levels, including postgraduate, and a proven commitment to academic citizenship commensurate with their grade.
For more information on the Department of Geography see: www.dur.ac.uk/geography
The post offers an exciting opportunity to make a major contribution to the development of leading research and teaching while allowing you unrivalled opportunities to progress and embed your career in an exciting and progressive institution. We are proud of our efforts to decolonise our curricula and ensure inclusive fieldwork, and to be part of a vibrant university community that celebrates diversity, and we encourage talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Successful applicants will, ideally, be in post by 1st January 2026.
The closing date for applications is 30/06/2025.
Applications and full details here http://bit.ly/4mTZVg8