Senior Lecturer in Criminology

About the Role

Our client is seeking a distinguished Senior Lecturer in Criminology to enhance their academic offerings in Bristol . This position is ideal for a seasoned researcher and educator passionate about understanding crime, its causes, and its control. You will contribute to an active research environment, deliver engaging postgraduate and undergraduate courses, and provide mentorship to students and junior faculty. This role offers a significant opportunity to shape the discourse on criminal justice and deviance within a highly regarded academic department, contributing to the intellectual life of the university and the wider field in the South West .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research in criminology and related fields, publishing in leading academic journals and securing research funding.
• Teach and develop undergraduate and postgraduate modules in areas such as criminal justice, victimology, forensic psychology, and penal policy.
• Supervise student research projects, dissertations, and PhD theses.
• Contribute to the administration and strategic development of the Criminology program.
• Engage in public dissemination of research findings and contribute to policy debates.

Requirements

• A PhD in Criminology, Sociology, Law, or a related discipline.
• A strong record of academic research, publication, and successful grant applications.
• Experience in teaching at the university level, with a capacity to teach diverse criminological topics.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise postgraduate research.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, suitable for academic and public audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and research support package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Collaborative and research-intensive academic environment in Bristol .
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
• Access to excellent library and research facilities.