Lecturer in Law

Do you have expertise and experience of teaching law at undergraduate and postgraduate level? Are you an outstanding individual with the ambition to join a thriving law school and to contribute to the further development of the excellent student experience delivered by the School? 

The School of Law at Leeds is a successful, dynamic law school, which was ranked 4th overall in the UK for the quality of its research in REF 2021 and 1st for the impact of its research on society.   We are proud of our research-led teaching and are seeking to appoint a high calibre individual with a strong teaching profile to complement our existing strengths. The successful candidate will contribute to the national and international profile of our Centre for Innovation and Research in Criminological and Legal Education.

An ability to teach one or more foundational subjects is essential and we particularly welcome applications from those with a strong track record of leadership at module, programme and/or school level.

You will deliver undergraduate and taught postgraduate modules in appropriate subject areas. You will also supervise dissertations as appropriate. You will be expected to undertake a normal load of administrative duties within the School and work within the context of University values and policies, which are designed to promote dignity, diversity and inclusiveness. 

The appointment offers considerable potential for personal initiative and fulfilment through work within a developing law school. 

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!  

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Louise Ellison, Head of School

Email: L.E.Ellison@leeds.ac.uk