Lecturer in Social Policy (Teaching and Research)

Are you working at the forefront of social policy? Do you have a strong and growing research record, a dynamic research agenda and a commitment to securing research funding? Are you committed to creating and delivering an exciting and inclusive student experience? 

The University of Leeds is one of the top 75 universities in the world. We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities. Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe.

We invite applications for the post of Lecturer in Social Policy. We want to recruit a new colleague who will be able to enhance our teaching portfolio and bring a lively research agenda, which will both complement and expand our existing research expertise. The role is open is to any area of social policy as we are looking to develop new areas of enquiry and impact alongside consolidating our existing strengths.

With a doctorate in a relevant area of sociology, social policy or a related discipline, you will have research and teaching experience in social policy and a proven record of research funding commensurate with career stage and institutional opportunities

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more! 

Salary Requirements for the Skilled Worker Visa Route

Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more information, please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Professor Karen Throsby, Head of School; Email: k.throsby@leeds.ac.uk 

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