Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn't exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. Are you an experienced policing professional or academic researcher looking to share your expertise and shape the next generation of policing? The Liverpool Centre for Advanced Policing Studies (LCAPS) at Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is expanding its dynamic team and is seeking enthusiastic and knowledgeable specialists to contribute to our growing policing portfolio. We are looking for individuals with expertise in Financial Crime, Cybercrime, Criminal Investigation, or Intelligence who can bring real-world experience or academic excellence to our research-informed teaching programmes. Why join us? ✔ Flexible working options - full or part-time roles to suit your lifestyle ✔ Opportunity to influence the future of policing through research-led teaching ✔ Work alongside leading experts in a supportive academic environment ✔ Engage with real-world policing challenges, linking policy and practice What we are looking for: Experience as a police officer, investigator, intelligence professional, or policing researcher A strong academic background - a Level 6 degree (undergraduate) or a master's degree in a relevant field Teaching experience and/or a track record of research excellence in policing or a related area A passion for shaping the next generation of policing professionals Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Carol Cox, Head of Policing at LCAPS: In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. Join us and make a real impact on the future of policing! Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.