Job reference REQ260356
Date posted 09/06/2026
Application closing date 06/07/2026
Location Loughborough
Package Specialist and Supporting Academic grade 7 from £47,389 per annum.
Job description
School of Social Sciences and Humanities
Full-time and Fixed Term from 1 September 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter) until 31 August 2027.
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 the recently established Loughborough Law at Loughborough University, part of the School of Social Sciences and Humanities.
The post will provide replacement teaching for colleagues who have been awarded research funding. You will contribute to and enhance the work of Loughborough Law in developing and delivering its undergraduate teaching programme by providing research-informed module development, teaching, administrative, and mentoring support, including the creation of course materials, and delivering lectures, seminars and workshops. Expertise in critical legal theory would be particularly valuable for this role.
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
Loughborough Law aims to be a high profile, high performing department within the University, the higher education sector and internationally, undertaking outstanding research; offering a transformative legal education and student experience, equipping students for diverse career destinations; and supporting staff to thrive in their careers. It is committed to critical and socio-legal education; the promotion of social justice; being a cohesive, supportive community for both staff and students; diversity and inclusion; research intensity; making interdisciplinary connections in research and teaching; and working collaboratively to make change in the world.
About You
- You should be able to contribute to research-informed teaching and module development in the core undergraduate curriculum, particularly in the area of critical legal theory
- You should have an interest in exploring the relationship between law and social justice in teaching
- You should have a commitment to excellent student experience, and to working collaboratively as part of a teaching team.
Why should you Apply?
This is an opportunity for a recent PhD graduate to gain teaching and curriculum development experience in a vibrant and high calibre environment.
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 Rosemary Hunter, via email to [email protected].
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 law 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 [email protected]. We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.
Closing Date: 7 July 2026
Interview Date: week of 10 August 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, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
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.
