Senior Lecturer in Law

Bristol University

Title: Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Law
Department: University of Bristol Law School
Location: Wills Memorial Building and Berkeley Square, Bristol, UK
Start Date: 3rd August 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)
Contract Type: Open-ended, full-time (part-time requests considered)
Salary:
- Grade K: £50,253 – £58,225 per annum
- Grade L: £59,996 – £67,468 per annum
Application Deadline: 23:59 UK time, Sunday 4th January 2026
Pathways: Pathway 1 (Research-focused) or Pathway 3 (Teaching-focused)

Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including foundational subjects and, if possible, Company Law
Supervise research students
Produce high-quality research publications (for Pathway 1) or demonstrate strong pedagogical expertise (for Pathway 3)
Participate in departmental and faculty service, including academic administration
Contribute to curriculum design and development (especially Pathway 3)
Engage with the Law School’s strategy and mission to deliver excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement

Relevant postgraduate degree or professional equivalent
Strong undergraduate honours degree in Law or law-related subject
Research and/or teaching or practical expertise in Criminal Law and/or Law of Evidence
For Pathway 1: Strong track record of research (3* or 4* REF2021 quality) or clear potential to achieve it
For Pathway 3: Demonstrated or potential excellence in pedagogy and curriculum design
Experience teaching undergraduate and/or postgraduate students, or equivalent practical experience
Broad knowledge and deep expertise in the chosen area(s)
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Informal Enquiries: Professor Catherine Kelly, hos-law@bristol.ac.uk
Selection Process:
- Shortlisting: Week commencing 5th January 2026
- Final selection: Early/mid February 2026
Committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting staff from different backgrounds, including people of color, LGBT+, and disabled individuals