Lecturer in Disability Studies (Teaching and Research)

University of Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is inviting applications for a Lecturer in Disability Studies. The role requires expertise in disability studies to enhance the teaching portfolio and develop a lively research agenda. Candidates should have a doctorate in a relevant discipline, a strong research record, and a commitment to an inclusive student experience. Benefits include generous holidays, pension schemes, and access to recreational facilities.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays

Generous pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Access to personal development courses

On-site childcare

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Established background in disability studies.
• Strong and growing research record.
• Commitment to creating and delivering an inclusive student experience.

Responsibilities

• Enhance teaching portfolio in disability studies.
• Bring a lively research agenda.
• Complement and expand existing research expertise.

Skills

Expertise in disability studies

Digital programme development

Research funding acquisition

Education

Doctorate in sociology, social policy or related discipline

Job description

Do you have an established background in disability studies? Do you have a strong and growing research record, a dynamic research agenda and a commitment to securing research funding? Are you committed to creating and delivering an exciting and inclusive student experience?

We invite applications for the post of Lecturer in Disability Studies. We are looking for someone with expertise in disability studies who will be able to enhance our teaching portfolio and bring a lively research agenda which will both complement and expand our existing research expertise. We particularly welcome applicants who have experience of digital programme development and teaching.

With a doctorate in a relevant area of sociology, social policy or a related discipline, you will have research and teaching experience in disability studies and a proven record of research funding commensurate with career stage.

Benefits

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) - That's 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the‑art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
• And much more!