About this role
The Markfield Institute is a private higher education institution located in Markfield, Leicestershire. It conducts research, offers validated undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and delivers professional development courses.
We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer or Teaching Fellow in Islam and Education Studies. The successful candidate will play a key role in teaching, research, and postgraduate supervision, with a particular focus on Islamic perspectives on contemporary educational theory. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed academic to contribute to the intellectual development of students and to the advancement of scholarship and research at the intersection of education studies and Islamic thought.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in education studies from both Islamic and conventional perspectives and related subjects. Design and convene modules in areas such as Islamic educational philosophy, pedagogy, curriculum studies, and contemporary issues in education. Supervise postgraduate dissertations, including Master’s theses and PhD research. Contribute to curriculum development and programme enhancement. Engage in scholarly research and produce publications of an international standard. Participate in academic administration and institutional activities.
Contribute to outreach, partnerships, and community engagement where appropriate.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
A PhD in Education or a closely related discipline. Demonstrable knowledge of Education studies and Islamic approaches to education, including classical and contemporary perspectives. Experience of teaching in higher education, particularly at the postgraduate level. Ability to supervise postgraduate research, including PhD students. Evidence of research activity or clear potential for high-quality academic publications.
Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
Desirable Criteria
A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCertHE or equivalent). Experience in curriculum design and programme development. Familiarity with contemporary debates in education policy, pedagogy, and ethics. Experience of working in diverse, multicultural academic environments.
Application Process: Please apply via the ‘Apply’ button above. Applicants should submit:
A cover letter outlining suitability for the role, including a statement of teaching and research interests A full academic CV Contact details of two referees
Closing Date: May 15th, 2026
For informal enquiries, please contact: Dr Zahid Parvez
Email: [email protected]; TEL: +44 1530 244922 Ext 304
To apply, please click the 'Apply' button above (e: [email protected]).