Senior Lecturer in Law

About the Job

Part Time - 0.83 FTE (30.71 hours per week)

Interview Date: w/c 26 January 2026

As the successful candidate, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching across our undergraduate and postgraduate law courses.

You will contribute to a broad range of modules within the Law curriculum, with particular emphasis on:

• Intellectual Property Law
• Commercial and Business Law
• Practice-focused modules, such as those relating litigation and ADR

An ability to support teaching on other core subjects such as Land Law would be advantageous, as would experience of legal practice/a practising certificate.

In addition to teaching responsibilities, as a Senior Lecturer you will be expected to:

• Lead modules and provide course leadership, helping to ensure that the School delivers high-quality courses and an excellent student experience
• Lead on curriculum development and innovation
• Engage in research and scholarly activity aligned with the School’s strategic priorities

We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.

About You 

You will have:

• An academic background in law
• Expertise in one or more of the priority subject areas outlined above
• Demonstrable course and module leadership experience
• A track record of innovation in your approach to teaching and learning
• A commitment to research, publication and interdisciplinary collaboration

Qualifications 

Essential;

• Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant subject 
• Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timescale 

Desirable;

• Master’s degree in relevant subject 
• Doctorate in relevant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion 
• Relevant professional qualification 

Right to Work

All candidates will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK during the interview process. The University is open to considering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided that the eligibility criteria of the points-based immigration system are met.

Equality

We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical, and sustainable environment that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment ensures an inclusive atmosphere for staff, students, and the public. We manage equality and diversity through key committees and formal policies, extending our responsibility to subsidiary companies and partnerships.

Together @ UON

Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion

Together @ UON affirms our dedication to creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equality. We aim to foster a space where all can thrive, aligning with our mission to transform lives and inspire change.

Commitments Include:

1. Creating an Inclusive Environment: Adopting a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination and ensuring all activities are inclusive.
2. Supporting Students and Staff: Strengthening mental health support, enhancing disability confidence, and ensuring academic and professional support.
3. Tackling Inequalities: Involving students in recruitment, integrating forums for equality data analysis, and supporting networks for protected characteristics.

UON’s Major Commitments:

• Disability Confident
• Standalone Pledge
• IHRA Working Definition

For more details, visit: Equality and Diversity at UON

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