Lecturer in Criminology - 2ACRIM26

The School of Law and Criminology at Liverpool Hope University

We are seeking a driven, ambitious individual to help shape the future of the School of Law and Criminology at Liverpool Hope University. If you are passionate about being part of an innovative and collegiate team, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

At Liverpool Hope, we offer an enriching and supportive environment that encourages personal growth, career development, and a chance to contribute to the strategic evolution of our School.

The School of Law and Criminology delivers a dynamic, research-informed curriculum at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and experience essential for thriving careers in law and beyond. We offer a range of programmes, including the 3 and 4-year undergraduate Criminology degrees, and several BA Major Honours degrees in Criminology, where Criminology can be combined with a range of other disciplines.

If you are ready to advance your career and help shape the future of criminological studies, we invite you to explore this exceptional opportunity.

The post

For this post, candidates should have experience in delivering engaging teaching across Criminology-related modules, providing academic support to students, and contributing to cutting-edge curriculum development in the field. You should also demonstrate the potential for high-quality, impactful research in Criminology.

The School welcomes candidates with expertise in core areas of Criminology with a specific focus on quantitative research methods. Experience in teaching a broad range of criminological content, including terrorism and extremism, would be advantageous.

Please note that a PhD in Criminology or related fields is required for this post; however, candidates who are nearing completion and submission of their doctorates are also welcome to apply but would be engaged on a Teaching and Learning contract in the interim.

Liverpool Hope University is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment that recognises and celebrates difference. We recruit staff nationally and internationally as we seek out the best to help build Hope for the future.  If you join us, you will be doing so at an exciting and challenging time as we work to develop a liberal arts-inspired University of distinction in the UK.  If you have the drive and commitment to assist in this task, we would be delighted to hear from you.

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