Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Private Law

Surrey Law School is committed to undertaking original, outstanding scholarship, and to delivering innovative, engaging teaching. The 2024 National Student Survey placed the school in the top 15 in the UK for law and the school was ranked 6th in the UK in REF 2021 for overall quality of research publications. The school comprises three main research clusters: The Surrey Centre for Law and Philosophy, the Surrey Centre for International and Environmental Law, and the Law and Technology Hub. Our ethos is a warm and collegial one that encourages reflection and engagement with research and pedagogy. Staff are given generous time to develop their interest in both aspects of academic life.

We seek to appoint a lecturer or senior lecturer to a teaching and research position in any area of private law. The successful applicant will be expected to deliver teaching in core undergraduate modules and support will be given to develop the required pedagogical expertise. There is an expectation that the appointee will demonstrate exceptional research potential.

For an informal discussion about the position, please email Associate Professor Ira Lindsay, Head of School, at i.lindsay@surrey.ac.uk

The School of Law is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equitable opportunities for all in pursuit of Surrey’s vision of being a leading global University. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, including Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. In accordance with University policy, appointments are always made on merit.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 15th May

How to apply

Please apply with a CV and Cover Letter. Please also provide a writing sample of approximately the length of a journal article or PhD thesis chapter.

Closing Date: 25 Apr 2025

Area: Research & Teaching

Salary: £46,735 to £62,728 per annum