Associate Lecturer - Volcanism in the Solar System

Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking an Associate Lecturer to join the teaching team and support the School of Natural Sciences this Autumn 2026. 

We have an opportunity for an Associate Lecturer to support the module in:

• Volcanism in the Solar System, Level 6
• 30 hours
• Tuesday evenings 6-9pm

You will have knowledge of volcanic processes and products applicable to Earth and/or to other planets, have experience of teaching relevant topics, including practical classes, and be qualified to the corresponding level of the award as required to teach (or demonstrate equivalent professional/industry level experience).  

This module covers topics such as heat and melting in planets, the physics and chemistry of volcanic processes, rheology, eruption styles, products and associated landforms, the controls of planetary conditions on eruptive processes and products, the record of volcanism on Earth, the Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Io and icy bodies (cryovolcanism).

It includes practical classes with analogue experiments, petrological study, and satellite data analysis. You will be jointly responsible for the security of any relevant extra-terrestrial samples.

Further to the person specification, additional essential requirements for this role are:

• knowledge of subject matter specifically relevant to the theme 'volcanism in the solar system'

Please refer to the person specification for further selection criteria. If you have knowledge in this area, and want to contribute to an impactful educational experience - apply with us at Birkbeck today. 

Remuneration:

Payment is based on an hourly rate depending on length of continuous service with the College, starting rate £69.68 per hour inclusive of pro-rata London Allowance and holiday pay, for contact hours worked.

This hourly rate is based on the starting point of Grade 7 and is inclusive of a ‘Duties Related to Teaching Multiplier’ at 2.5, which covers preparation, teaching, administration, assessment marking and other examining duties in connection with the course.

Contract: 

Fixed-term, part-time contract teaching October to December 2026. Please submit a CV for consideration. Closing date: Sunday 5 July, interview date: Tuesday 14 July 2026. 

Enquiries:

If you would like to know more about the role, please click on apply below or contact Eleanor Jennings, Senior Lecturer at e.jennings@bbk.ac.uk

If you have difficulty using the recruitment portal, please contact jobs@bbk.ac.uk providing your name and the job reference number of the position. While we are happy to respond to all informal enquiries, only formal applications through the online system will be considered.

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