Lectureship
/ˈlektʃərʃɪp/
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Pro Tip 1/3Academic Career
Lectureship is a professional role at higher education institutions, often a starting position for an academic career. 
After completing his PhD, David aspired to start his academic career with a lectureship in chemistry.
Pro Tip 2/3Lecture Responsibility
Holding a lectureship mainly involves teaching students through lectures, which are formal presentations on academic topics. 
Her lectureship in history required her to deliver lectures on ancient civilizations weekly.
Pro Tip 3/3Research Component
Many lectureships also include a research component; lecturers are expected to contribute to academic research. 
His lectureship came with an expectation to publish his research findings in peer-reviewed journals.