Lecturer in Sociology

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Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Londonderry
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£58,260 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

PhD in Sociology Teaching at university level Curriculum development Course management Assessment of Sociology modules Research experience Programme direction willingness

FULL DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Lecturer in Sociology

Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Location: Londonderry

Salary: £41,086 to £58,260 per annum

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 19 May 2026

About the Role

The postholder will cover the teaching of Sociology in the School of Applied Social and Policy Sciences. The person appointed must have enthusiasm for both teaching and research, and be willing to contribute to new developments.

About You

  • You will hold a PhD in Sociology or a closely related subject.
  • You will hold a first-class or upper second-class honours degree, or a Master's in Sociology or a closely related subject.
  • You will have experience of co-ordinating, teaching and assessing Sociology on a range of modules at university level.
  • You will have experience of curriculum development, course management and the administration of academic courses, along with a willingness to become a programme director.

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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 School of Applied Social and Policy Sciences holds a Bronze Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality in higher education. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] 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.

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