Job Description

Job Title: Lecturer in Sport Sociology
Department/School: School of Sport & Exercise Science
Campus: Belfast
Salary: Pro rata to 41,086 - 58,260 per annum
Duration: Fixed-term for one year
Closing Date: 18 August 2025
Reference Number: 037246
(Part-time, fixed-term for one year)
- ABOUT US -
We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland.
Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.
- THE ROLE -
The postholder will support the delivery of teaching, research and civic engagement in Sport sociology. They will contribute to the delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes offered by the School of Sport and Exercise Science, undertaking research in an area aligned to the strategic plan and vision of People, Place, and Partnership.
- ABOUT YOU -
The postholder will be required to have:
- A PhD or near completion in Sport Sociology or a closely related area
- Experience of teaching, assessing, and providing feedback in higher education in Sport Sociology
Please find our employee benefits on our website.
Athena Swan Statement
The School of Sport & Exercise Science holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family-friendly working environment, including flexible working.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.
41,086 to 58,260 pro rata