University Teacher in Criminology

Loughborough University – School of Social Sciences and Humanities

Full-time and Fixed Term for 11 months, starting 1st August 2026

Join us and be part of a vibrant community at Loughborough University.

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:

This is an opportunity to join Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy at Loughborough University, part of the School of Social Sciences and Humanities.

Applications are invited from outstanding candidates with teaching interests across criminology and sociology. The candidate must have sustained experience of teaching in a range of classroom settings (lectures, tutorials, workshops for example). They will also have experience of designing, delivering and marking assessments. Candidates will be expected to contribute to all areas of the curriculum as required, including the delivery and development of BSc and MA programmes.

About the University

Universities are one of this country’s greatest assets. We’re educators, employers, innovators and pioneers. We shape culture and society.

At Loughborough, we strive for better, think differently, challenge convention and take action. We are passionate about finding solutions to the major problems faced by society and the planet, and we create opportunities for those with the drive, the ambition, and the determination to apply themselves in the pursuit of better.

About the Department

The School of Social Sciences and Humanities is a diverse and inclusive School delivering excellence in learning and teaching, research, and enterprise across the Social Sciences and Humanities. Inter-disciplinarity and international encounters are fostered across six departments: Communication and Media; Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy; English; Geography and Environment; International Relations, Politics and History and Law. Loughborough’s Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy is recognized nationally and internationally for its excellence in research, teaching and enterprise. Criminology at Loughborough University is a top Criminology programme, ranked second in the UK by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.

About You

• You should have subject expertise in one or more relevant areas, such as quantitative methods, criminological theory, criminal justice, policing, victimology, women and crime, violence, substance use, or crime and social welfare.
• You should have a student-centered approach to student education demonstrating a commitment to enhancing the student experience
• You should incorporate the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion in your teaching and academic citizenship

Why should you Apply?

With huge amount of variety in the role, there is an opportunity for you to develop and continually grow.

If this sounds like the right place, team and role for you please do get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Mark Monaghan, via email to m.monaghan@lboro.ac.uk.

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Application Process

For further support with your application, please refer to our application guidance, which includes some top tips to help you when completing your application

Staff from under-represented groups in higher education and the discipline, including those from racialised minorities, who have a physical or invisible disability, or are neurodivergent, are particularly encouraged to apply. The University is a Disability Confident employer, a member of the Stonewall Diversity Champion Scheme and holds Race Equality Charter and Athena SWAN bronze awards.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional adjustments, you’d like to request please contact ssh.hr@lboro.ac.uk. We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

Closing Date: 17th May 2026

Interview Date: 15th June 2026

Our Benefits

At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:

Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.

Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus

Financial Wellbeing -competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.

Support for you and those close to you -through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.

Health and Wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.

Travel and sustainability- access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.

Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.