Lecturer in Criminology

We are seeking to appoint a full-time Lecturer in the field of criminology who can both teach and develop modules in criminology and criminal justice. You will contribute to both the teaching and research within this subject area. 

To be effective in this position, you will need: 

• A good in criminology and/or criminal justice is essential.
• up-to-date sound knowledge of the subject area and teaching and learning in Higher Education.
• IT skills and effective use of IT for teaching and learning.

While not essential, a PhD in a relevant field or an equivalent level of research experience is desirable. Demonstrable knowledge of the international criminal justice system is also desirable.  

This is a permanent post and job sharers are welcome to apply. The earliest possible start date will be 2nd September 2024. 

Informal enquiries can be made to the Criminology and Sociology Subject Lead Dr Suzie Clift [email protected]

Further details:

The University is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment for all staff regardless of age, disability, family or caring responsibilities, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief (including non-belief), sex and sexual orientation. We embrace equality and diversity in our working, learning, research and teaching environment and are committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive community. We particularly encourage applicants from Minority Ethnic backgrounds because the University is under-represented by Minority Ethnic staff.

For the vast majority of our roles, we operate an agile working system with time split between working on campus and at the employee's home. It is the University's expectation that home working will take place within the UK.

Further information about working for us, as well as the wide range of benefits we offer, can be found in the working with us section of our vacancies page.