2 positions available
Full time Open ended
Grade 7 £37,099 - £44,263 p.a. or Grade 8 £45,585 - £54,395 p.a.
The closing date for applications is midnight on Wednesday 04 April 2024.
Interviews are expected to take place w/c 22 April 2024.
There is an expectation that work will be undertaken in the UK.
For the purposes of sponsorship, this is a postdoctoral role under SOC code 2311.
The University of Stirling recognises that a diverse workforce benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers and welcome applications from those who would contribute to further diversification of our staff and ensure that equality, diversity and inclusion is woven into the substance of the role. We strongly encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including gender, identity, race, age, class, and ethnicity.
The PostStirling Law School wishes to appoint two suitably qualified Teaching and Research (T&R) Lecturers, one in Scots Private Law and the other in Scots Public Law. A knowledge of the relevant area of Scots Law is essential for these posts and a Scots Law LLB or a professional qualification in Scots Law is very desirable. One of the posts has a Scots Private Law focus (with a need to teach on the Scots Law of Obligations in the first year courses of Contract and Delict) whereas the other post has a Scots Public Law focus (with a need to teach the first year course on Scots Public Law and Scottish Legal System). Both post holders will have to deliver core LLB courses that must meet the requirements of the Law Society of Scotland. The appointees would be expected to contribute to a successful submission to REF 2029 and be an active part of one or more of the School's research clusters (Environmental Law and Climate Justice, Human Rights Law, Private International Law and Arbitration, and Scots Law).
The main responsibilities are to teach and supervise undergraduate students, produce high quality research outputs, and to undertake administrative duties as appropriate to the grade of appointment.
Initially, the successful applicants will be responsible for:
(a) coordinating and delivering core and specialist modules in the LLB/BA (Hons) programmes;
(b) contributing to dissertation supervision and assessment in the LLB/BA (Hons) Law programmes.
Informal enquiries about the post can be made to Professor Paul Beaumont FRSE, Head of Law, [email protected].
Description of DutiesGrade 7
Grade 8
Grade 7
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Grade 8
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Grade 7
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Grade 8
Qualifications
Higher Education teaching qualification or equivalent e.g. PGCert and/or holding or working towards Associate Fellow of Higher Education Academy (HEA)
LLB in Scots Law or a professional qualification in Scots Law
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Evidence of teaching and assessing relevant law subjects at degree level
Evidence of being involved in research grants/external funding and helping to deliver on externally funded research projects and having a coherent strategy for seeking external research funding
Experience of supervising dissertations and research projects
Demonstrate a broad understanding of effective approaches to teaching and learning support as key contributions to high-quality student learning
Evidence of knowledge to support international activities
Evidence of a basic knowledge of the Higher Education context and regulatory framework
Able to demonstrate a commitment to advancing equality, diversity and inclusion. This might include - but is not limited to - evidence of work to advance gender equality, positive mental health, disability equality, anti-racism or tackling gender-based violence
The role holder will be required to evidence that they can meet the qualities associated with the following behavioural competencies, as detailed within the AUA Competency Framework.
Managing self and personal skills Being aware of your own behaviour and mindful of how it impacts on others, enhancing personal skills to adapt professional practice accordingly.
Delivering excellent service Providing the best quality service to external and internal clients. Building genuine and open long-term relationships in order to drive up service standards.
Finding solutions Taking a holistic view and working enthusiastically to analyse problems and to develop workable solutions. Identifying opportunities for innovation.
Embracing change Being open to and engaging with new ideas and ways of working. Adjusting to unfamiliar situations, shifting demands and changing roles.
Using resources effectively Identifying and making the most productive use of resources including people, time, information, networks and budgets.
Engaging with the wider context Enhancing your contribution to the organisation through an understanding of the bigger picture and showing commitment to organisational values.
Developing self and others Showing commitment to own ongoing professional development. Supporting and encouraging others to develop their professional knowledge, skills and behaviours to enable them to reach their full potential.
Working together Working collaboratively with others in order to achieve objectives. Recognising and valuing the different contributions people bring to this process.
Achieving Results Consistently meeting agreed objectives and success criteria. Taking personal responsibility for getting things done.
Law and Philosophy is defined by outstanding teaching, research and student satisfaction rates. We claimed top spot in Scotland for Philosophy research impact in REF 2021, while 100% of our research impact and 82% of the overall research conducted by Law staff was rated world-leading or internationally excellent during the same assessment. Our expertise informs our teaching, from undergraduate level through to our Law and Philosophy postgraduate courses and thriving PhD programme.
The UniversityThe University of Stirling is committed to providing education with a purpose and carrying out research which has a positive impact on communities across the globe – addressing real issues, providing solutions, and helping to shape society. Stirling is 4th in Scotland and 43rd in the UK for research impact, with 87% of its research having an outstanding or very considerable impact on society – and more than 80% rated either world leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
The University of Stirling is ranked among the top 30 UK universities for student satisfaction (National Student Survey) and top 30 in the UK for postgraduate student experience (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey), and has an overall five-star rating in the QS Stars University Ratings.
More than 17,000 students study with the University of Stirling globally, with over 140 nationalities represented on its scenic central Scotland campus alone. The University – also home to 1,700 staff – is ranked first in the UK and top three in the world for its campus environment (International Student Barometer 2022, wave two). Ranked first in the UK and top five in the world for its sports facilities (International Student Barometer 2022, wave two), Stirling is Scotland's University for Sporting Excellence. Its world-class facilities provide the perfect training environment for the University's sports scholars – many of whom compete at the highest level, including at the Olympics and Commonwealth Games – and for students, staff, and the wider community.
The University has twice been recognised with a Queen's Anniversary Prize – the first for its Institute for Social Marketing and Health (2014) and the second for its Institute of Aquaculture (2019).
The University is a signatory to the £214 million Stirling and Clackmannanshire City Region Deal and a central partner of the Forth Valley University College Health Partnership. www. stir.ac.uk @stiruni
Job number
FAC01916Contract Type
Open EndedPosting End Date
03-Apr-2024Location:
Stirling CampusGrade
Grade8 £45,585-£54,395 p.a.Faculty/Service
Faculty of Arts and Humanities Post Details2 positions available
Full time Open ended
Grade 7 £37,099 - £44,263 p.a. or Grade 8 £45,585 - £54,395 p.a.
The closing date for applications is midnight on Wednesday 04 April 2024.
Interviews are expected to take place w/c 22 April 2024.
There is an expectation that work will be undertaken in the UK.
For the purposes of sponsorship, this is a postdoctoral role under SOC code 2311.
The University of Stirling recognises that a diverse workforce benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers and welcome applications from those who would contribute to further diversification of our staff and ensure that equality, diversity and inclusion is woven into the substance of the role. We strongly encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including gender, identity, race, age, class, and ethnicity.
The PostStirling Law School wishes to appoint two suitably qualified Teaching and Research (T&R) Lecturers, one in Scots Private Law and the other in Scots Public Law. A knowledge of the relevant area of Scots Law is essential for these posts and a Scots Law LLB or a professional qualification in Scots Law is very desirable. One of the posts has a Scots Private Law focus (with a need to teach on the Scots Law of Obligations in the first year courses of Contract and Delict) whereas the other post has a Scots Public Law focus (with a need to teach the first year course on Scots Public Law and Scottish Legal System). Both post holders will have to deliver core LLB courses that must meet the requirements of the Law Society of Scotland. The appointees would be expected to contribute to a successful submission to REF 2029 and be an active part of one or more of the School's research clusters (Environmental Law and Climate Justice, Human Rights Law, Private International Law and Arbitration, and Scots Law).
The main responsibilities are to teach and supervise undergraduate students, produce high quality research outputs, and to undertake administrative duties as appropriate to the grade of appointment.
Initially, the successful applicants will be responsible for:
(a) coordinating and delivering core and specialist modules in the LLB/BA (Hons) programmes;
(b) contributing to dissertation supervision and assessment in the LLB/BA (Hons) Law programmes.
Informal enquiries about the post can be made to Professor Paul Beaumont FRSE, Head of Law, [email protected].
Description of DutiesGrade 7
Grade 8
Grade 7
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Grade 8
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Grade 7
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Grade 8
Qualifications
Higher Education teaching qualification or equivalent e.g. PGCert and/or holding or working towards Associate Fellow of Higher Education Academy (HEA)
LLB in Scots Law or a professional qualification in Scots Law
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Evidence of teaching and assessing relevant law subjects at degree level
Evidence of being involved in research grants/external funding and helping to deliver on externally funded research projects and having a coherent strategy for seeking external research funding
Experience of supervising dissertations and research projects
Demonstrate a broad understanding of effective approaches to teaching and learning support as key contributions to high-quality student learning
Evidence of knowledge to support international activities
Evidence of a basic knowledge of the Higher Education context and regulatory framework
Able to demonstrate a commitment to advancing equality, diversity and inclusion. This might include - but is not limited to - evidence of work to advance gender equality, positive mental health, disability equality, anti-racism or tackling gender-based violence
The role holder will be required to evidence that they can meet the qualities associated with the following behavioural competencies, as detailed within the AUA Competency Framework.
Managing self and personal skills Being aware of your own behaviour and mindful of how it impacts on others, enhancing personal skills to adapt professional practice accordingly.
Delivering excellent service Providing the best quality service to external and internal clients. Building genuine and open long-term relationships in order to drive up service standards.
Finding solutions Taking a holistic view and working enthusiastically to analyse problems and to develop workable solutions. Identifying opportunities for innovation.
Embracing change Being open to and engaging with new ideas and ways of working. Adjusting to unfamiliar situations, shifting demands and changing roles.
Using resources effectively Identifying and making the most productive use of resources including people, time, information, networks and budgets.
Engaging with the wider context Enhancing your contribution to the organisation through an understanding of the bigger picture and showing commitment to organisational values.
Developing self and others Showing commitment to own ongoing professional development. Supporting and encouraging others to develop their professional knowledge, skills and behaviours to enable them to reach their full potential.
Working together Working collaboratively with others in order to achieve objectives. Recognising and valuing the different contributions people bring to this process.
Achieving Results Consistently meeting agreed objectives and success criteria. Taking personal responsibility for getting things done.
Law and Philosophy is defined by outstanding teaching, research and student satisfaction rates. We claimed top spot in Scotland for Philosophy research impact in REF 2021, while 100% of our research impact and 82% of the overall research conducted by Law staff was rated world-leading or internationally excellent during the same assessment. Our expertise informs our teaching, from undergraduate level through to our Law and Philosophy postgraduate courses and thriving PhD programme.
The UniversityThe University of Stirling is committed to providing education with a purpose and carrying out research which has a positive impact on communities across the globe – addressing real issues, providing solutions, and helping to shape society. Stirling is 4th in Scotland and 43rd in the UK for research impact, with 87% of its research having an outstanding or very considerable impact on society – and more than 80% rated either world leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
The University of Stirling is ranked among the top 30 UK universities for student satisfaction (National Student Survey) and top 30 in the UK for postgraduate student experience (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey), and has an overall five-star rating in the QS Stars University Ratings.
More than 17,000 students study with the University of Stirling globally, with over 140 nationalities represented on its scenic central Scotland campus alone. The University – also home to 1,700 staff – is ranked first in the UK and top three in the world for its campus environment (International Student Barometer 2022, wave two). Ranked first in the UK and top five in the world for its sports facilities (International Student Barometer 2022, wave two), Stirling is Scotland's University for Sporting Excellence. Its world-class facilities provide the perfect training environment for the University's sports scholars – many of whom compete at the highest level, including at the Olympics and Commonwealth Games – and for students, staff, and the wider community.
The University has twice been recognised with a Queen's Anniversary Prize – the first for its Institute for Social Marketing and Health (2014) and the second for its Institute of Aquaculture (2019).
The University is a signatory to the £214 million Stirling and Clackmannanshire City Region Deal and a central partner of the Forth Valley University College Health Partnership. www. stir.ac.uk @stiruni