Job Description

Department
School of Law & Criminal Justice
Location
Ormskirk
Salary
39,906 to 59,966 per annum
Permanent
Post Type
Full Time
Closing Date
Friday 17 October 2025
Reference
EHT2396-0925



We're here to create and harness knowledge, to deliver opportunity for everyone.

About the Role

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As Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in legal Technology you will play a leading role in developing and delivering innovative teaching, research and scholarship at the intersection of law and technology.


Legal practice and legal education are evolving rapidly. Each requires practitioners and students to acquire traditional legal skills whilst developing the capacity to understand and utilise new legal and digital technology. You will contribute to the School's strategic ambition to be at the forefront of legal education by embedding digital innovation, interdisciplinary perspectives, and practice-informed approaches in our curricula.


The School of Law benefits from excellent relationships with the legal and business communities in England and Wales and you will be expected to contribute to the development of relationships with external parities to support the student experience and the reputation of Edge Hill University. You will also be expected to contribute to the research activities of one of our Research Centres and/or engage in knowledge exchange activities relevant to the Faculty.


As part of your application you should include a statement on how you meet the requirements of the role. Please ensure this statement is no longer than 500 words.


For informal enquiries about this vacancy, you may wish to contact: Professor Jay Cullen, Director of the Business School & Head of Law and Criminal Justice at Cullenja@edgehill.ac.uk

About You

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You will be an enthusiastic and friendly professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with a commitment to providing an excellent student experience.


Evidence of the delivery of an excellent teaching experience is essential. A PhD (or one close to completion) in a relevant discipline, or equivalent industry experience, is essential. To meet the criteria for Senior Lecturer, an established research and/or knowledge exchange profile in legal technology or digital innovation is required. To meet the criteria for lecturer, the potential for research and/or knowledge exchange in legal technology or digital innovation must be evidenced.


Potential candidates will be expected demonstrate an understanding of the evolving dynamics of Higher Education in the UK and globally. The successful candidate will become a member of an ambitious multidisciplinary department with an outstanding reputation for teaching and research excellence.


At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

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A minimum of 48 days annual leave per annum (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days) Access to a range of CPD to support your career development, with three defined pathways for progression. Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources. Automatic enrolment into the Teacher's Pension Scheme with our employer contribution of 23.68% Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment. Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.

About Us

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At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we've been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.


Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you've ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.


Because for us education isn't about how much you take in. It's about what you take out into the world.


Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885,Edge Hill University is "A great success story... an institution that improves and impresses year after year" - Times Higher Education.