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Department
York Law School
Salary
£46,049 - £56,535 per year
Grade
Grade 7
Contract status
Open
Hours of work
Full-time
Based at
University of York campus (with some remote working options available)
Interview date
To be confirmed
Posted Date
13/02/2026
Apply by
15/03/2026
Job Reference
14793
Documents
Lecturer - T&S (14793).pdf (PDF, 3455.32kb)
Role Description
Innovation in Action
York Law School (YLS) is not your typical law school. We are a collegial, student-centered department renowned for our pioneering use of Problem-Based Learning (PBL). Our curriculum doesn't just teach law; it integrates legal problem-solving and professional skills within a collaborative, modern framework.
The Role:
Excellence in Pedagogy
We are seeking a Lecturer (Teaching & Scholarship) who is an educator will deliver high-quality, engaging teaching across our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, thriving within our distinctive PBL model.
In This Role, You Will Be Responsible For
Innovative Teaching:
Developing and applying cutting-edge materials and techniques that create interest, understanding, and enthusiasm amongst students.
Curriculum Development:
Carrying out ongoing reviews of teaching content and contributing to the development of learning strategies.
Student Support:
Identifying student learning needs, defining objectives, and providing expert advice on best practices and learning problems.
Academic Leadership:
Overseeing the delivery of interdisciplinary teaching and ensuring all activities comply with University quality standards.
While we welcome all qualified applicants, we are particularly interested in strengthening our expertise in Corporate and Commercial Law, Healthcare Law, Human Rights Law, Tort Law, and Environmental Law.
About You
You are a collaborative academic with a commitment to high quality and a positive attitude toward colleagues and students.
Qualifications:
A postgraduate degree in Law or a professional qualification (solicitor, barrister, or paralegal) in the law of England or Wales.
Knowledge:
Extensive knowledge of English Law and a range of teaching methodologies.
Communication:
Highly developed skills to engage effectively with a wide-ranging audience.
Experience:
Evidence of lecturing, leading seminars, and designing teaching across a range of modules in a Higher Education context.
Why York
The University of York is a member of the prestigious Russell Group, and York Law School consistently ranks highly for student satisfaction and research impact. We offer a culture that values your well-being, professional development, and the freedom to innovate.
How to Apply
Informal Enquiries: We encourage potential applicants to reach out for a confidential discussion. Please contact the Head of York Law School, Professor Sue Westwood, at [HIDDEN TEXT].
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.
We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.
We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #Equality at York
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