Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in the Law of Obligations (with a special emphasis on the Law of Torts[...]

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Manchester is seeking a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in the Law of Obligations, focusing on Torts. The role involves high-quality teaching and research, contributing to the academic team, and enhancing the school's reputation in law.

Benefits

Market-leading pension scheme

Health and wellbeing services

Generous annual leave

Paid closure over Christmas

Discounts at major retailers

Qualifications

• Expertise in Law of Obligations with emphasis on Law of Torts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and research in Law.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop the School of Law.

Skills

Law

Research

Education

PhD in Law

Job description

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in the Law of Obligations (with a special emphasis on the Law of Torts) (Teaching and Research), Manchester

Client: The University of Manchester

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 85bfd9cde12c

Job Views: 2

Posted: 17.05.2025

Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description

We are seeking candidates with expertise in Law, specifically in the Law of Obligations with an emphasis on the Law of Torts, for teaching and research roles.

The Post

The University of Manchester Law School, part of the School of Social Sciences, is renowned for high-quality research and excellent teaching in Law. To strengthen our research and teaching portfolio, we aim to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Law.

The successful candidate will lead the development of the Law of Obligations, especially Torts, enhancing the School’s international reputation in this field.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and research in Law.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop the School of Law and the wider university community.
• Contribute to the operational functions of the School of Law as part of its academic team.

Application Instructions: Please specify whether you are applying for the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer role.

Benefits

• Market-leading pension scheme
• Health and wellbeing services, including Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous annual leave and bank holidays
• Paid closure over Christmas
• Discounts at major retailers

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all community sections. We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.

Note: We do not accept CVs or applications from recruitment agencies. Enquiries should be directed to emailprotected.

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This vacancy closes at midnight on the deadline date. Please refer to the Further Particulars document for the person specification criteria.