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Lecturer (International Family Law), Law (LAW095A)
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- £48.3K–£57.7K
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School/Section Law Division Unspecified Staff Category Academic Position Type Full Time Grade Grade 7 Salary £48,337 - £57,666 Ref No LAW095A Closing Date 29-OCT-2026 Documents
The University of Aberdeen’s School of Law is an ambitious School with a long history of high quality and innovative teaching and research. Consistently ranked in the Top 15 UK Law Schools (rated 10th in the Times and 15th in the Guardian University Guide 2027). We are committed to equality and diversity and hold an Athena Swan Bronze Award. We have a supportive research culture which will encourage and enable the successful candidate to pursue their research ambitions.
Job Description
To support the delivery of our core programmes, we wish to appoint a Lecturer in International Family Law. Our family law teaching portfolio includes substantive family law of Scotland and of England and Wales, as well as a range of private international law courses. The successful candidate will be appointed to a Teaching and Research or Teaching and Scholarship contract. They would be expected to contribute to the delivery of core undergraduate teaching, as well as specialist Honours and postgraduate courses.
Our learning environment is one of support and personal development leading to well-rounded and highly employable graduates. The School of Law offers a range of LLB degrees, including 5-year programmes involving language study and a year’s study abroad, and a two-year accelerated degree for graduates. Various postgraduate programmes are offered including the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice and a range of taught Masters’ degrees (some of which are offered by online distance learning, as well as on campus) and research degrees.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 7, £47,389.00 - £56,535.00 per annum and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.
Informal enquiries should be made to Prof Justin Borg-Barthet, Head of School, jborgbarthet@abdn.ac.uk
Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Marija Sumetova, HR Adviser (e-mail: marija.sumetovs@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.
To apply online for this position visit https://www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: LAW095A
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 29 October 2026
The School of Law embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.
Please Note
If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.
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The University of Aberdeen’s School of Law is an ambitious School with a long history of high quality and innovative teaching and research. Consistently ranked in the Top 15 UK Law Schools (rated 10th in the Times and 15th in the Guardian University Guide 2027). We are committed to equality and diversity and hold an Athena Swan Bronze Award. We have a supportive research culture which will encourage and enable the successful candidate to pursue their research ambitions.
Job Description
To support the delivery of our core programmes, we wish to appoint a Lecturer in International Family Law. Our family law teaching portfolio includes substantive family law of Scotland and of England and Wales, as well as a range of private international law courses. The successful candidate will be appointed to a Teaching and Research or Teaching and Scholarship contract. They would be expected to contribute to the delivery of core undergraduate teaching, as well as specialist Honours and postgraduate courses.
Our learning environment is one of support and personal development leading to well-rounded and highly employable graduates. The School of Law offers a range of LLB degrees, including 5-year programmes involving language study and a year’s study abroad, and a two-year accelerated degree for graduates. Various postgraduate programmes are offered including the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice and a range of taught Masters’ degrees (some of which are offered by online distance learning, as well as on campus) and research degrees.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 7, £47,389.00 - £56,535.00 per annum and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.
Informal enquiries should be made to Prof Justin Borg-Barthet, Head of School, jborgbarthet@abdn.ac.uk
Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Marija Sumetova, HR Adviser (e-mail: marija.sumetovs@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.
To apply online for this position visit https://www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: LAW095A
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 29 October 2026
The School of Law embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.
Please Note
If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.