We have an exciting opportunity in the School of Law at the University of Sheffield for excellent researchers and inspiring teachers. We are looking to recruit a maternity leave cover for a Lecturer in Criminology (Fixed term for 12 months) from 1 February 2026.  If appointed, you would play an important part in our team and contribute to research-led teaching. We seek applicants with interests in all areas of criminology and/or criminal justice, who share our commitment to collegiality and inclusivity.

Criminology has a long and rich tradition at Sheffield, with its Centre for Criminological Research (CCR) established more than 30 years ago as one of the first four criminology research centres in the UK. The CCR welcomes staff and PGR members from a range of disciplines across the University. Information on CCR’s ongoing work can be found here.

The School of Law enjoys an international reputation for excellence in research, for the expertise of its staff, and the achievements of its graduates. We have a diverse team which aspires to address global challenges and our vision is to advance the interdisciplinary understanding of law, socio-legal studies, and criminology. We enjoy a global network of research and teaching links and all undergraduate students are given the opportunity to spend a year abroad with one of our partners. The School’s civic engagement activities and pro bono work connect it with the city of Sheffield, and with partners in the commercial, public and third sectors, nationally and internationally.

Research

• Determine research objectives, and initiate and implement a programme of research that enhances the international standing of the School.

• Conduct and disseminate innovative research to an internationally excellent standard.

• Undertake research and knowledge exchange activities with the potential to have demonstrable effects on society, culture, public policy or services, the law, health, the environment or quality of life, beyond academia.

• Involvement in professional activities and with national and international bodies.

Education

• Design, develop and deliver teaching modules across a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including coordinating team teaching to ensure high quality delivery; preparing teaching material, communicating subject matter and encouraging critical discourse and rational thinking; observing and reacting to student interventions; responding to questions outside class times and to contingencies in course delivery.

• Carry out assessment for modules, including designing assessment instruments and criteria; marking assessments, ensuring adequate moderation; providing written/oral feedback; and collating and providing final assessments of students.

• Supervise and assess UG and PG dissertation students and doctoral students.

• Carry out module evaluation, including facilitating student feedback; reflecting on own teaching design and delivery; and implementing ideas for improving own performance.

Leadership and Administration

• Provide pastoral and academic support for students by acting as an Academic Tutor.

• Contribute to the life of the School, Faculty and wider University community by taking on leadership roles and responsibilities where required, and contributing to committee work and the development of relevant policies.

• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

• Make ethical decisions in your role, modelling inclusive and collegiate behaviour, embedding the University’s sustainability strategy into your working activities wherever possible, and furthering the University’s EDI objectives.

• Any other duties, commensurate with the grade of the post.

Research

• Determine research objectives, and initiate and implement a programme of research that enhances the international standing of the School.

• Conduct and disseminate innovative research to an internationally excellent standard.

• Undertake research and knowledge exchange activities with the potential to have demonstrable effects on society, culture, public policy or services, the law, health, the environment or quality of life, beyond academia.

• Involvement in professional activities and with national and international bodies.

Education

• Design, develop and deliver teaching modules across a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including coordinating team teaching to ensure high quality delivery; preparing teaching material, communicating subject matter and encouraging critical discourse and rational thinking; observing and reacting to student interventions; responding to questions outside class times and to contingencies in course delivery.

• Carry out assessment for modules, including designing assessment instruments and criteria; marking assessments, ensuring adequate moderation; providing written/oral feedback; and collating and providing final assessments of students.

• Supervise and assess UG and PG dissertation students and doctoral students.

• Carry out module evaluation, including facilitating student feedback; reflecting on own teaching design and delivery; and implementing ideas for improving own performance.

Leadership and Administration

• Provide pastoral and academic support for students by acting as an Academic Tutor.

• Contribute to the life of the School, Faculty and wider University community by taking on leadership roles and responsibilities where required, and contributing to committee work and the development of relevant policies.

• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

• Make ethical decisions in your role, modelling inclusive and collegiate behaviour, embedding the University’s sustainability strategy into your working activities wherever possible, and furthering the University’s EDI objectives.

• Any other duties, commensurate with the grade of the post.