Lecturer in Sociology

Lecturer in Sociology

Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK

Salary: £41,064 to £46,049 full time, fixed term

Closing Date: Monday 29 June 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 23 July 2026

Reference: 0478-26

Lecturer in Sociology in the School of Social Sciences at Lancaster University (temporary one-year post).

The School of Social Sciences seeks to appoint a full-time Lecturer in Sociology (one-year post). The successful candidate will join the Sociology team within the School of Social Sciences and contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, research activity, and the wider academic life of the discipline, including contributing to and leading citizenship and academic activity where appropriate.

• Deliver high-quality teaching in sociological theory, public sociology, and the sociological study of welfare provision.
• Support a high-quality student experience and student‑centred learning.
• Maintain a developing portfolio of research publications.
• Contribute to academic service and leadership.
• Lead or participate in interdisciplinary activities with other departments (Criminology, Educational Research, Linguistics, Social Work).

• PhD in Sociology or a cognate area.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
• Developing research portfolio with relevant publications.
• Experience of academic service and leadership is desirable.
• Expertise in teaching sociological theory, public sociology, or welfare studies preferred.

Lancaster University is a highly ranked, research‑led institution located in the historic city of Lancaster. The North West of England offers an excellent quality of life, with access to outstanding countryside, including the Lake District, and strong national and international transport links.

The School of Social Sciences brings together Sociology with Criminology, Educational Research, Linguistics, and Social Work, forming an inclusive, dynamic and diverse research and teaching community.

We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity.

Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Stanley Blue, Discipline Lead for Sociology –