Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Private Law

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic academic to join the School of Law as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Private Law (appointment dependent on experience). You should have an established teaching and research profile in private law as well as a proven commitment to promoting the student experience.  

The School of Law strives to be a diverse and inclusive community.  We particularly welcome applications from candidates belonging to groups that have been traditionally under-represented in the subject.  

You will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and assessment (including dissertation supervision) in Scottish Private Law and, in particular, family law or the law of obligations at undergraduate level and postgraduate level. You will work closely with colleagues in the Private Law subject area to further promote the Law School as a centre of excellence for teaching and research in Private Law.

As well as a CV and cover letter, candidates are required to upload an outline (maximum 2 pages) of their research plans as part of the application process. Candidates are also asked to identify their two strongest publications (which may include work under review or accepted but not published) and explain why - in their view - these publications are both original and significant (a form is provided to facilitate the completion of this step). Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will be asked to submit what they consider to be their two strongest publications where available.

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For informal inquiries, please contact Prof Laura Macgregor, Head of the Private Law Subject Area, [email protected]

The Opportunity:

To join a team of academics working in the Private Law subject area.  The post will enable you to establish a strong teaching and research profile and develop professional contacts across the University of Edinburgh and beyond. 

Your skills and attributes for success:     

• A strong academic profile in the field of Private Law and, in particular, in family law or the law of obligations (including in its comparative, historical or commercial dimensions), with a PhD in Private Law (or very near completion), or equivalent professional experience (Desirable).
• Ability to design and deliver research-led teaching at all levels of the curriculum in Private Law and, in particular, the law of obligations or family law, and to assess and supervise UG and PG students.
• Ability to supervise research students in their dissertation work.
• Ability to develop an innovative research profile and plan in the area(s) of expertise, including through high quality publications.
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to engage students.
• A commitment to promoting a collegial, nurturing and mutually supportive working environment.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion for both our staff and students.