Lecturer in Law; Academic

Innovation in Action

York Law School (YLS) is not your typical law school. We are a collegial, student-centered department renowned for our pioneering use of Problem-Based Learning (PBL). Our curriculum doesn't just teach law; it integrates legal problem-solving and professional skills within a collaborative, modern framework.

We are currently looking for a visionary researcher and educator to join us in shaping the next generation of legal minds through our Academic, Research & Teaching (ART) pathway.

As a Lecturer on the ART pathway, you will be an early-career scholar ready to make a mark. You will contribute to the production of high-quality,
-eligible research outputs and develop an emerging research trajectory. We are looking for candidates whose research aligns with or expands upon our Research Excellence Groups, including:

• Social Welfare, Law and Administrative Justice
• Health and Law
• Law and AI
• Conflict, Migration, and International Law
• Criminalisation
• Private Law and Values

We are particularly interested in strengthening our expertise in Corporate and Commercial Law, Healthcare Law, Human Rights Law, Tort Law, and Environmental Law.

You will balance a dedication to world-class research with a commitment to our distinctive educational model.

Key responsibilities include:

• Research
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  Developing research objectives, obtaining external funding, and publishing original work in high-impact journals.
• Teaching
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  Designing and delivering innovative teaching materials, including PBL facilitation and small-group learning across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• Leadership
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  Undertaking administrative duties, such as Module Co-ordinator or Programme Director roles, and contributing to the collegial life of the School.

You are a collaborative academic with a PhD in Law (awarded or near completion) and a proven ability to contribute to high-quality research. You possess:

• Specialist knowledge in one or more areas of law.
• The ability to engage students using a range of teaching techniques.
• A collaborative ethos and a positive attitude toward students and colleagues.
• Experience or potential in producing research with demonstrable public, policy, or professional impact.

The University of York is a member of the prestigious Russell Group, and York Law School consistently ranks highly for student satisfaction and research impact. We offer a culture that values your well-being, professional development, and the freedom to innovate.

Informal Enquiries: We encourage potential applicants to reach out for a confidential discussion. Please contact the Head of York Law School, Professor Sue Westwood, at

Interview Date: To be confirmed.