At a Glance
- Tasks: Join Aston Law School to lead innovative research and shape future legal education.
- Company: Aston University, a vibrant and supportive community in Birmingham.
- Benefits: Generous leave, discounts, training opportunities, and on-site gym access.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with excellent career growth and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in law while developing your academic career.
- Qualifications: Strong research background and passion for teaching in any area of law.
The predicted salary is between 58225 - 67468 £ per year.
Aston Law School is seeking to appoint a motivated and talented academic to join our community as a Senior Lecturer or Reader in Law. Aston Law School is a distinctive and forward-looking Law School with a strong commitment to high-quality research, innovative teaching and meaningful engagement with the legal profession, policymakers, and wider society. Located in the heart of Birmingham, we offer a supportive and collegiate environment in which ambitious academics can thrive and develop their careers. As part of our continued growth, we are looking to appoint a colleague who will help strengthen our research culture and play a role in shaping the future development of the School. We welcome applications from candidates working in any area of law.
About the role
The successful candidate will contribute to the School's research, teaching and external engagement activities and will play an important role in supporting Aston Law School's strategic aspirations. You will develop and deliver high-quality research, publish in leading academic outlets, contribute to curriculum development and enhancement, and provide an excellent learning experience for students at undergraduate and postgraduate level. You will also engage with external stakeholders and contribute to activities that enhance the impact and visibility of the School's work. The role offers opportunities to contribute to academic leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, doctoral supervision and the continued development of our research and teaching environment. Appointments will be made at Senior Lecturer or Reader level depending on experience, achievements and evidence of academic leadership. Candidates appointed at Reader level will be expected to demonstrate a substantial record of internationally recognised research, research leadership and wider contribution within their discipline.
What we offer:
- Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
- Great family friendly policies.
- On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
This role is likely to qualify for endorsement under the Endorsed Funder route of the Global Talent visa. This visa is for talented or promising individuals in academia or research in fields such as science, engineering, medicine, social sciences, or humanities.
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