Lecturer in Law

Wrexham University; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a dedicated Lecturer in Law to enhance the Criminal Justice department. This role offers the chance to deliver innovative legal education, mentor students, and contribute to impactful research initiatives. The successful candidate will play a vital role in curriculum development, ensuring compliance with professional body standards, and forging connections with legal practitioners to boost student employability. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will shape the future of legal education and inspire the next generation of legal professionals.

Qualifications

• Minimum Masters qualification required.
• Strong record in legal education and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging teaching across law modules.
• Conduct high-quality research and publish in peer-reviewed journals.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Research Skills

Student Supervision

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Post Graduate Qualification (Masters)

Job description

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for aLecturerin Law position within the Criminal Justice department in the Faculty of Social and Life Sciences. This role is ideal for an experienced and dedicated academic professional looking to take the next step in their career and contribute to the growth and development of our law programmes.

About the Role

As aLecturer in Law, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality legal education, supporting research initiatives, and contributing to the academic development of the department. You will be expected to:

• Deliver innovative and engaging teaching across a range of law modules.
• Supervise and mentor students.
• Conduct high-quality research and contribute to the department’s research profile, including securing external funding and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
• Play an active role in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with professional body requirements such as the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) and Bar Standards Board (BSB) regulations.
• Develop strong links with legal practitioners, professional bodies, and external stakeholders to enhance employability opportunities for students.
• Provide leadership in academic and administrative activities, including supporting junior colleagues and contributing to departmental strategy.

Essential Criteria

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual who meets the following criteria:

• Post Graduate Qualification, minimum Masters
• A strong record of excellence in legal education, with experience in curriculum development and student support.
• A developing research profile, with peer-reviewed publications and/or success in securing external research funding.
• Experience of supervising student research projects or dissertations.
• A thorough understanding of contemporary legal education, including developments in professional legal training (e.g., SQE, BSB pathways).
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and teamworking skills.
• The ability to contribute to the strategic goals of the law programme and the wider Criminal Justice Department and engage with external legal networks.

Deadline

Sunday, 1st June 2025. For further information, please contact Dr Sarah Dubberley

We look forward to receiving your application!