She was a Tutor and Fellow from 1941 to 1946, a lecturer in English from 1946 to 1965 and an Honorary College Research Fellow from 1965 until her death in 2006.
From 1941 to 1946, she served as a mentor and educator. From 1946 to 1965, she taught English at the university. She held the position of Honorary College Research Professor from 1965 until her passing in 2006.