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Lecturer in Discourse Studies - 0617-26
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Lecturer in Discourse Studies
Linguistics and English Language
Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: £41,064 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite)
Closing Date: Monday 24 August 2026
Interview Date: Monday 14 September 2026
Reference: 0617-26
Linguistics and English Language
School of Social Sciences, Lancaster University (Full-time, indefinite post)
Linguistics and English Language within the School of Social Sciences at Lancaster University seeks to appoint a Lecturer in Discourse Studies (full-time, indefinite). You will join the discipline of Linguistics and English Language, undertaking undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and supervision, developing an innovative programme of research, and contributing to the wider academic life of the discipline through citizenship and leadership roles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Hold a PhD in Linguistics (or a cognate area) with a focus in the field of Discourse Studies.
- Demonstrate excellence in teaching, contributing to modules including Discourse Studies, Critical Discourse Studies, and Language and Creativity in Advertising.
- Provide evidence of a developing trajectory of innovative research through research publications, plans for grant applications, and engagement and impact work.
- Show innovation and exploration in the theory, methods, or applications of discourse studies.
- Advance cognitive, corpus, or experimental approaches to discourse analysis or investigate multimodal communication, discourse in contemporary digital spaces, including discourses of gender and sexuality, and/or discourse and AI.
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About the Role:
Linguistics and English Language at Lancaster, currently ranked #2 in the world for Linguistics (QS Subject Rankings 2026), is globally recognised for pioneering research in Discourse Studies. In this role, you would work closely with an existing team of colleagues to further develop and enhance our reputation in the area of Discourse Studies. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues with interests in a variety of discourse areas including conflict and polarisation, health, and the environment.
About the School:
The School of Social Sciences brings together Linguistics and English Language with Criminology, Educational Research, Social Work, and Sociology, providing the conditions for an inclusive, dynamic, and interdisciplinary research and teaching community.
About Lancaster University:
Lancaster University is a highly ranked, research-led institution located in the historic city of Lancaster. The North-West of England offers an excellent quality of life, with access to outstanding countryside, including the Lake District, and strong national and international transport links. For more reasons to work at Lancaster University, see - Jobs - Lancaster University.
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Please contact Professor Luke Harding, Discipline Lead for Linguistics and English Language – l.harding@lancaster.ac.uk
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