Lecturer in Criminal Law and Evidence

Job title:

Lecturer in Criminal Law and Evidence

Company

University of Edinburgh

Job description

Job Description:Grade UE08: £49,559 to £60,907 per annumSchool of Law / CAHSSFull time: 35 hours per weekOpen ended: permanentThe Opportunity:This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic and innovative academic to join the School of Law as a Lecturer in Criminal Law & Evidence. You should have an established teaching and research profile as well as a proven commitment to promoting the student experience. You will contribute to developing and delivering teaching and assessment (including dissertation supervision) in the subject area.You will play a full part in the collegiate life of the Edinburgh Law School and will be expected to develop and execute an ambitious and impactful research agenda within the fields of criminal law and/or the law of evidence, which leads to the publication of internationally-excellent publications in line with the School REF strategy.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.Your skills and attributes for success:

• A strong academic profile in criminal law and/or the law of evidence (broadly defined), with a PhD (or near completed PhD), or equivalent professional experience.
• Knowledge of the law of evidence: in particular, sufficient knowledge of the Scots law of evidence (or the potential to acquire such knowledge) to teach the subject at introductory undergraduate level
• Ability to design and deliver research-led teaching at all levels of the curriculum.
• Ability to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students in their dissertation work.
• Ability to develop an innovative research profile and research plan in the area(s) of expertise, including through high-quality publications.
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to engage students.

Click to view a copy of the full (opens new browser tab)Application InformationAs well as a CV and cover letter, candidates are required to upload an outline of their research plans (maximum 2 pages) as part of the application process. Candidates should also complete and upload the Publications Form (link provided below) in which they should identify their two strongest research outputs and explain why, in their view, these are both original and significant. These might include published articles and book chapters, work that is accepted or under review but not yet published, or chapters of a thesis. Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will then be asked to submit what they consider to be their two strongest publications where available.(Word)As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our

(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.Championing equality, diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our (opens new browser tab)The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.Key dates to noteThe closing date for applications is 31 March 2025.Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browser’s local time zone.Interviews are expected to be held in May.About Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the Team:Edinburgh Law School ( ) is situated in the historic Old College, at the heart of Edinburgh’s legal centre. For over three hundred years the School has been providing world-leading education and research in the eclectic discipline of law. As one of the eleven constituent Schools of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Science, the School encourages multi- and interdisciplinary connections throughout its teaching and research.The School values diversity across all staff and students, and supports flexible and family-friendly working. The School provides active support and professional development (including mentoring, training, and networking opportunities) for all staff.The School is fully committed to promoting equality and diversity, and to welcoming and including all who choose to study, work, or visit us.With over 1400 students and 150 members of academic, research and professional services staff, Edinburgh Law School is an international, vibrant community dedicated to providing research and teaching with local and global reach and impact.

Expected salary

£49559 – 60907 per year

Location

Edinburgh – Midlothian

Job date

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:23:55 GMT

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