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Assistant Professor in Law (Education and Scholarship) Ref: 41589 (Fixed Term) — University of Sussex
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About The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed early career academic to join Sussex Law School, part of the School of Law, Politics and Sociology. You will play an active role in teaching and assessing undergraduate and postgraduate students across our LLB and, where appropriate, our MA and LLM programmes.
This is a balanced role, with around 60% teaching, 20% scholarship, and 20% administration and citizenship. You will contribute to high-quality student learning and support, while also developing your own scholarship and pedagogic expertise. The post is on the Education and Scholarship pathway, with mentoring and strong research support available.
As a Lecturer A (Grade 7), you will benefit from a reduced teaching load during probation, alongside remission to secure a recognised HE teaching qualification if not already held. We are looking for candidates with a passion for education, a commitment to the student experience, and the potential to grow as a scholar in their sub-discipline.
About You
You will be an enthusiastic and committed teacher of law, with a clear passion for delivering high-quality, inclusive education. You will bring the ability to engage and inspire students across our LLB and, where appropriate, postgraduate programmes, and a strong commitment to supporting students in their academic and personal development.
You will have a PhD in Law and a strong commitment to teaching excellence in higher education. You will have the skills to manage your own teaching and administrative workload effectively, while also working collaboratively with colleagues to contribute to the life of Sussex Law School. Strong communication skills will enable you to engage clearly with students, peers, and stakeholders, and to provide high-quality academic support.
You will be committed to enhancing the student experience through innovative teaching methods, responsiveness to student needs, and inclusive practice. While your primary focus will be on education and student support, you will also be keen to develop your scholarship in legal education or your chosen sub-discipline, with mentoring and support provided to help you do so.
About Our School
The Sussex Law School is a well-established and successful research-led department. It sits within the School of Law, Politics and Sociology, and is part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. We have a collegial, interdisciplinary and vibrant research environment and we take pride in pushing the boundaries of the discipline. Our colleagues teach and research in a broad range of areas, but we have particular strengths and international recognition in environmental law, trade law, human rights, social justice, crime and criminology, and law and technology. The Sussex Law School is home to 65 members of staff who teach 1500 Undergraduate and over 250 Graduate students. We have a lively PGR community with a strong mix of home and international students. In REF 2021, over 78% of our publications were ranked 3* or 4* whilst in the most recent NSS (2024), SLS was ranked in the top quartile for student support. We are committed to having a positive and encouraging environment for students and staff alike.
Please find further information regarding the Sussex Law School and the School of Law, Politics and Sociology on our website.
Why work here
Our university is situated off the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are accessible by public transport; Falmer train station is a five-minute walk to campus and several bus stops are located within campus. We also have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to use these with our offering of a cycle to work scheme.
Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are a member of Faculty, part of a Professional Services team or a Student, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.
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Further Key Information
Please contact Amir Paz-Fuchs (a.paz-fuchs@sussex.ac.uk) for informal enquiries. A telephone call can be arranged following email contact.
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK.
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Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Education and Training
Industries
* Higher Education
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