Lecturer in Police Studies

Department: School of Psychological & Social Sciences
Salary: £33,199 to £38,460 per annum pro rata
Closing Date: Sunday 28 October 2018 at midnight
Interview Date: Thursday 15 November 2018

The School of Psychological & Social Sciences at York St John University is a vibrant, ambitious and growing academic unit based on a magnificent campus in the heart of York. The School’s burgeoning national and international research profile, excellent teaching and learning, and welcoming and inclusive ethos supports an exceptional student experience.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic lecturer on a 0.5 basis to contribute to our Police Studies provision and to assist in the development of a degree apprenticeship for Policing and a pre-service Policing degree, in line with the College of Policing curriculum.

Preferred candidates will have recent experience of policing within a UK force. It will also be an advantage to have a post-graduate qualification in a relevant social science, teaching experience within HE, and a willingness to develop research in line with the Schools interests. Applicants with interest and expertise in Community Policing, Youth and Crime, Interviewing or Public Safety are particularly encouraged to apply.

If you would like to shape the story of a 175 year old institution with a fantastic future, we would love to hear from you.

In addition to a competitive salary and the opportunity to work at our beautiful campus in the heart of York, YSJ employees enjoy access to a superb range of benefits including –

• Generous annual leave entitlement (plus additional leave days during our Christmas closure period)
• Pension scheme
• Health cash plan
• Training and development
• Discounts at a wide range of high street brands and local companies, including shops, cinemas and gyms.

We welcome all applicants and particularly people from minority ethnic backgrounds as they are underrepresented within the university.

Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form.

Closing Date -
Sunday 28 October 2018 at midnight

Provisional Interview Date -
Thursday 15 November 2018