Lecturer in Social Sciences - 16894
The Department of Social and Political Sciences at Brunel University of London is a thriving interdisciplinary Department, which features research and teaching in Politics, International Relations, Geography, History, Sociology, Communications and Media Studies, Journalism, Anthropology, Global Challenges and Criminology. It delivers 34 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across these subject areas. The Department has superb research across all disciplines, together with excellent NSS results.
In response to the award of a Leverhulme Fellowship to a permanent member of staff, we are seeking to appoint a lecturer who will be able to contribute to teaching, assessment and leadership of existing social science modules. While there is some flexibility in where the post-holder will contribute, we particularly welcome applications from individuals who would be able deliver teaching in Sociology, Criminology and/or quantitative methods.
Location: Brunel University of London, Uxbridge Campus
Salary: Grade 8 from: £45,390 to £58,263 inclusive of London Weighting, with potential to progress to £65,236 per annum through sustained exceptional contribution. (Pro-rata if Part-time)
Hours: Full-time
Contract Type: Fixed term (9 months) from 1 September 2026
Brunel University of London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.
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The Department of Social and Political Sciences at Brunel University of London is a thriving interdisciplinary Department, which features research and teaching in Politics, International Relations, Geography, History, Sociology, Communications and Media Studies, Journalism, Anthropology, Global Challenges and Criminology. It delivers 34 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across these subject areas. The Department has superb research across all disciplines, together with excellent NSS results.
In response to the award of a Leverhulme Fellowship to a permanent member of staff, we are seeking to appoint a lecturer who will be able to contribute to teaching, assessment and leadership of existing social science modules. While there is some flexibility in where the post-holder will contribute, we particularly welcome applications from individuals who would be able deliver teaching in Sociology, Criminology and/or quantitative methods.
We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.
Closing date for applications: Friday 10th July 2026 (23:59)
Interviews will take place virtually in the week beginning TBC.
For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit https://careers.brunel.ac.uk
Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to the head of department, Prof Nicola Ansell (nicola.ansell@brunel.ac.uk)
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All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.
Brunel University of London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.