University lecturer in English, with specialization in literature, 1.8.2026-31.7.2027
About this role
Åbo Akademi University is an internationally acknowledged research university with an extensive responsibility for providing education in Swedish in Finland. With its strong Nordic ties, Åbo Akademi University has an acclaimed and recognized position within research and education both nationally and internationally.
Åbo Akademi University wishes to appoint a university lecturer in English, with specialization in literature. The employment is fixed-term for the period 1 August 2026 until 31July 2027. The appointment is full-time.
The university lecturer will work in the subject English Language and Literature, within the Study Programme of Languages in the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences in Turku. The subject's staff consists of two full professors and three university lecturers. About 100 students are enrolled at the subject English Language and Literature at any given time. The intake of new students is about 15-20 per year, and competition for places has always been keen. Every year about ten master's students and 1-3 PhD researchers complete their studies.
DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION
The tasks of a university lecturer comprise teaching and research. The teaching duties of the university lecturer in English, with specialization in literature, include supervision (of BA and MA theses), examination, and teaching-related administrative duties such as course planning, student counselling and tasks in relation to admission of students. The teaching encompasses all historical periods and geographical areas of English literature including British, American and world literatures. The tasks may also include courses in spoken and written skills for students of English and introductory courses in literature directed to all students at the faculty.
The university lecturer may be provided with an opportunity to conduct research for a maximum of one third of their working hours. The university lecturer is expected to participate in research seminars and contribute to