Teaching Fellow (Maternity Cover), Divinity, History, Philosophy & Art History (DHP148A)

The University of Aberdeen wishes to appoint a teaching fellow (Grade 6, 0.8 FTE) in Art History for four months (though may be up to 9 months) from 1 June 2026. This is to cover a period of maternity leave.  Applicants should have demonstrable expertise and teaching experience in art history or a cognate discipline

Job Description

The successful candidate will assist with ongoing delivery and assessment of taught courses across the art history undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Applicants should have a PhD in Art History (or cognate discipline) or be close to completion with a developing profile of research or scholarship, commensurate to experience. The post is to cover the maternity leave of the fixed term post holder.

Salary will be at Grade 6, £38,784 per annum, pro rata for 0.8 FTE, actual rate of pay £31,027.20 per annum

Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Joanne Anderson, Head of Art History Department, e-mail: joanne.anderson@abdn.ac.uk

This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK.

To apply online for this position visit https://www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Job Reference Number: DHP148A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 13 April 2026

The School Divinity, History, Philosophy and Art History embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

Please Note

If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.