Lecturer in Social Policy and Public Administration

Job Description

About Ulster University

Ulster University is internationally recognised for excellence, innovation, and regional engagement, contributing to the economic, social, and cultural development of Northern Ireland. Our core mission spans teaching, research, widening participation, and knowledge transfer.

The Role

We are seeking a Lecturer in Social Policy and Public Administration to join the School of Applied Social and Policy Sciences.

The postholder will:

Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including BSc (Hons) Social Policy, BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care Policy, and the Masters in Public Administration.

Develop, deliver, and assess teaching across a range of modules within the discipline.

Support programme development, student engagement, and research activity in line with the School’s objectives.

Help promote and market the programmes to prospective students.

A 12-month waiting list may be created for similar roles within the Department/Faculty, with potential extension across the University.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

An honours or higher degree in Social or Public Policy, or a closely related discipline.

A PhD in Social/Public Policy (or related field) or a substantial research track record.

Demonstrable experience teaching and assessing Social Policy, Health and Social Care Policy, or Public Administration at university level.

Our Commitment

The School of Applied Social and Policy Sciences holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award, recognizing our commitment to gender equality in higher education.

Ulster University offers a family-friendly working environment, including flexible working arrangements.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sections of the community, especially those with disabilities. Appointment is based on merit.