Senior Lecturer in Scots Private Law

University of the West of Scotland – School of Business and Creative Industries

Full time: 35 hours per week

Permanent

This role may be eligible for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If requiring visa sponsorship, the successful applicant will also need to meet a range of individual criteria to satisfy Home Office requirements. If the role is offered on a part-time basis, this might also affect eligibility.

Applicants are encouraged to individually assess whether they may be eligible for visa sponsorship prior to applying. More information on eligibility can be found on the Government website.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified / experienced members of the legal profession in Scotland for the delivery of legal programmes and modules in the school of Business and Creative Industries. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate the nature of their professional experience in their application documentation.

The Post – Senior Lecturer in Scots Private Law

We are seeking an experienced academic to lead the teaching and development of core Law modules across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, with a particular focus on Scots Private Law. The role includes regular review of course content, the creation of engaging and innovative learning experiences, and ensuring all teaching meets School and University quality standards. The post holder will also supervise dissertations at all levels and contribute to curriculum development, student skills enhancement, and innovation in assessment. A developed research profile is highly desirable, with expectations to engage in research, knowledge exchange, and scholarly activity aligned with the School’s strategic priorities.

The successful candidate will provide high‑quality academic and pastoral support to students while playing an active role in the broader activities of the School. Responsibilities may include line management within the Division, leadership in research and KE strategy implementation, collaboration with external partners, and contribution to funded research and joint publications. The post holder will also support student recruitment, marketing, outreach activities, and may be involved in CPD development and delivery as part of a balanced workload.

The successful candidate should have the following: 

• Law degree (LLB or equivalent)
• Diploma in Professional Legal Practice
• Evidence of success leading teams and/or successful delivery of projects
• Experience in legal education delivery (including client training, CPD delivery, mentoring trainees, or academic teaching)
• Evidence of staying current with legal developments and continuing professional development 

About Us

University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland’s largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the country, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses.

With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others. 

UWS is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2024 Young University Rankings).

The School of Business & Creative Industries at UWS is a vibrant community, delivering innovative learning and teaching alongside a rapidly developing research and enterprise profile. You will join a supportive and motivating team, where you will be part of a multicultural, multidisciplinary community of scholars and students from around the world. Students benefit from our strong links with industry, and the world-class research that underpins our courses, delivered on each of our five campuses and through many partners across the globe. 

We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes: 

• 35 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays
• An additional days leave on your birthday
• Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme
• A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance
• Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers
• Fitness facilities across our campuses
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional, career and research development opportunities. 

Closing Date: Sunday 5^th April 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 23^rd April 2026

Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception, where evidence would need to be provided)

The University reserves the right to shorten/extend the closing date of any position where a high/low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged.

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UWS are committed signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.

UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups.

UWS is a “Disability Confident” employer.

University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520.

Senior Lecturer in Scots Private Law JDPS.pdf