Robin Geffen Research Fellow and Tutor in ... - Keble College

KEBLE COLLEGE
THE ROBIN GEFFEN RESEARCH FELLOW AND TUTOR IN PHILOSOPHY
The College proposes to elect The Robin Geffen Research Fellow and Tutor in
Philosophy for a period of four years (fixed-term, non-renewable) from 1 October 2013
or as soon as possible thereafter. This is a fixed-term, non-renewable appointment
subject to the completion of an initial probationary year. Scholars in receipt of another
source of income, who would like a college association, are welcome to apply. The
research interests of the person elected may fall anywhere within the field of Philosophy.
The person elected must be able to teach Logic and General Philosophy for Prelims, and
in addition to teach various other Philosophy papers; the ability to teach the Philosophy
of Religion paper would be especially welcome. The teaching stint will be four hours per
week averaged over the academic year. The Fellow may be asked to help in a limited way
with the academic and pastoral organisation of the three joint schools including
Philosophy in which the college admits students, i.e. PPE, Philosophy & Theology, and
Philosophy and Modern Languages. Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Edward
Harcourt at edward.harcourt@philosophy.ox.ac.uk .
This post has been made possible through a donation made by Robin Geffen, an
Honorary fellow of Keble College.
1. Philosophy at Keble
FURTHER PARTICULARS
Duties
Applicants should have research expertise in anywhere within the field of Philosophy
The teaching stint will be four hours per week averaged over the academic year. The
appointee will be expected to provide tutorials and classes in Logic and General
Philosophy for Prelims, and in addition to teach various other Philosophy papers
They will also provide support for undergraduate dissertation research. The Fellow
may be asked to help with the academic and pastoral organisation of the subject and
with undergraduate admissions.
2. Duration
The election will be for four years without extension. The position is subject to a oneyear
probationary period.
3. Stipend
The Fellowship may be held at the same time as a University position such as
Departmental Lecturer or a compatible postdoctoral post. The total remuneration for

the post will be £8,919 (current rate, reviewed annually). In addition, an academic
allowance of £471 p.a. and a student allowance of £221 p.a. (both current rates) will
be available.
4. Facilities
The Fellow will not be a member of the Governing Body, but will be a full member
of the Senior Common room and be entitled to lunch and dinner at the Common
Table. A shared teaching room will be available.
5. Selection Criteria
The College’s selection criteria for this post are as follows:
i. A strong research record appropriate to the stage of the candidate’s career
with evidence of, or evidence of the potential for producing, distinguished
research in Philosophy.
ii.
iii.
iv.
Evidence that the appointee would benefit from this as a career development
post.
Ability to carry out undergraduate tutorial teaching as specified.
Ability to undertake pastoral responsibilities and assist with other aspects of
the subject’s administration as specified.
v. The successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence of
their eligibility for employment in the UK before starting work with the
College.
6. Pension
The Fellow will be eligible to join the Universities Superannuation Scheme.
7. Leave
The Fellow will not be entitled to sabbatical leave.
8. Equal Opportunities Policy
Keble College is an equal opportunities employer. Subject to statutory provision, no
applicant or member of staff will be treated less favourably than another because of
his or her sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic or national origin, or
colour.
9. Applications
The closing date for applications is 12 June 2013 and interviews will be held on 19
June. Candidates should submit an application with a curriculum vitae (including the

names, addresses and telephone numbers of two referees) and a statement of their
research activity and teaching experience (including an indication of which parts of
the current Philosphy courses they might teach) to Mrs Trish Long, Warden’s PA,
Keble College, Oxford OX1 3PG (e-mail: trish.long@keble.ox.ac.uk.), and should ask
their referees to write directly to the Warden’s PA by the same date.