Lecturer in Criminology

University of Central lancashire
£41,671 - £48,149 a year
Preston, England
Full time
15 hours ago
Job Reference

0861-25

Date Posted

Monday 18 August 2025

Application Closing Date

Sunday 7 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Location

Preston Campus

Salary

£41,671 to £48,149 per annum

Basis

Full Time

Contract Type

Fixed Term for 12 months or upon the return of the substantive postholder, whichever is sooner

Job Category / Type

Academic / Research

School / Service

School of Law and Policing

Hours

37.00 hours per week

Interview Date

To be confirmed


Job details

By joining the University of Lancashire, you’ll become part of a thriving community of talent that’s united by a shared vision – to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Every colleague has a vital role to play in helping us achieve this vision.

About the role:

We are seeking a Lecturer in Criminology to join the School of Law and Policing. The role involves leading and delivering undergraduate modules, supporting student progression, and contributing to teaching, research, and course development. You’ll play an active part in enhancing the student experience, engaging with student recruitment, and supporting the School’s wider academic and professional activities.

About you:

The successful candidate will have experience of teaching in a higher education environment in a relevant subject with outstanding delivery and learning support, along with a flexible and innovative approach to teaching and learning with a view to engage and inspire learners.

The role requires you to hold an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject along with a relevant postgraduate qualification.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

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