University of Chester
Professor of Law
Professor of Law at University of Chester, across the UK, paying £64,878 - £68,817 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £64,878 - £68,817 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- UK wide
- Closing date
- Sector
- Lecturer
About 66% above the going rate for lecturer
Reference 4905-26
About the role
Join us as Professor of Law
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Professor of Law to join our ambitious and growing School of Law and Social Justice.
This is an exciting opportunity for an established academic leader to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of legal research and scholarship within the School. The successful candidate will have a strong reputation in their field, a sustained track record of high-quality and impactful research, and experience of leading, supporting and developing research activity within higher education.
As Professor of Law, you will provide intellectual and strategic leadership across the School's research portfolio, helping to strengthen our research culture, expand collaborative activity, develop research capacity, and enhance the visibility and impact of our research. You will support and inspire colleagues and doctoral researchers, contribute to institutional strategy, and engage with academic, professional, policy and public audiences.
About You
You will be an accomplished academic leader with a strong track record of research excellence, academic citizenship and collegial leadership.
We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate:
- A sustained record of high-quality and influential research.
- Experience of securing external research funding and leading research projects.
- The ability to shape and deliver research strategy within a higher education environment.
- Experience of mentoring and developing colleagues and research teams.
- A strong commitment to building an inclusive, collaborative and supportive research culture.
- Experience of doctoral supervision and research capacity-building.
- Effective engagement with academic, professional, policy or practice communities.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and particularly encourage applications from groups that are currently underrepresented within higher education.
We encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants.
Closing Date: 02 Nov 2026
Department/Division: Academic
Salary: £64,878 to £68,817 per annum
Reference: 4905-26 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 2 Nov 2026 · Listed via University of Chester
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