Assistant Professor in Criminology (UK Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the Role

The University of Sussex is inviting applications for an Assistant Professor in Criminology (Education and Scholarship) within the Department of Sociology and Criminology.

This is a teaching-focused academic position where your primary contribution will be in delivering high-quality criminology education and supporting student learning across undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

You will be involved in:

• Delivering engaging lectures and interactive seminars
  Supervising undergraduate dissertations
  Supporting student academic development and pastoral needs
  Contributing to marking, assessment design, and feedback processes
  Working collaboratively with colleagues to enhance teaching quality

The role is designed for someone who is passionate about education and committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive learning environment.

About You

The ideal candidate will bring both academic grounding and teaching experience. You will likely have:

• A PhD in Criminology or a closely related social science discipline
  Experience teaching in higher education settings
  Strong communication and presentation skills
  A supportive and student-focused teaching approach
  The ability to work effectively within a collaborative academic team

You should be confident in engaging students from diverse backgrounds and committed to delivering inclusive and accessible teaching practices.

About the Department

The Department of Sociology and Criminology at Sussex is a well-established, research-active academic community with a strong reputation for excellence in both teaching and research.

Key features of the department include:

• Around 30 academic staff and approximately 450 students
  Strong undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including Criminology and Gender Studies
  A vibrant research culture spanning diverse sociological and criminological themes
  Consistently strong student satisfaction and national survey performance
  Research recognised as internationally leading, with significant impact in real-world policy and practice

The department values innovation in teaching and is committed to research-led education that encourages critical thinking and social engagement.

Working at the University of Sussex

The University of Sussex is located next to the scenic South Downs National Park, offering a unique academic environment that combines research excellence with a high quality of life.

Staff benefit from:

• A collaborative and interdisciplinary academic culture
  Access to modern teaching and learning facilities
  Strong transport connections (including Falmer station nearby)
  A supportive workplace focused on wellbeing and development
  Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

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Visa and Eligibility Information

Please note that while this role has an eligible occupational classification, meet Skilled Worker visa sponsorship requirements due to its part-time nature.

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Academic and Teaching Context

Higher education teaching roles in the UK operate within national quality frameworks that ensure standards in learning, assessment, and student experience.

Application Information

Closing Date: 26 April 2026, 3:59 PM
Interview Date: To be confirmed