Lecturer in Anthropology and Mental Health

Summary: The Lecturer in Anthropology and Mental Health at SOAS University of London is a full-time, fixed-term position focused on teaching postgraduate modules in Medical Anthropology and Mental Health. The role involves supervising dissertations, providing pastoral care, and contributing to the Centre for Anthropology and Mental Health Research in Action (CAMHRA). Candidates should possess a PhD in Anthropology or a related field, with a strong emphasis on medical anthropology or mental health. The position allows for some research time while prioritizing teaching responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Convening, teaching, and marking on postgraduate modules.
• Supervising and marking postgraduate dissertations.
• Providing pastoral care to students.
• Contributing to the CAMHRA Education & Training strategy and delivery.
• Engaging in ongoing research and development (approximately 20% of time).

Key Skills:

• PhD in Anthropology or a related field with a focus on medical anthropology or mental health.
• Knowledge and teaching experience in leading modules in medical anthropology and/or psychological anthropology.
• Familiarity with mental healthcare as a professional or service user is preferred.
• Regional expertise may be beneficial.

Salary (Rate): £60,268.57

City: Camden

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other