Unestablished Associate Professor (Grade 10) (Part Time, Fixed Term)

We wish to appoint a Course Director to assume leadership responsibility of this course and contribute to learning and teaching excellence, alongside undertaking world-leading research. Supported by an established administrative team dedicated to the Institute's two MSt courses, the Course Director will have overall responsibility for the Penology course, including recruitment and admissions, overseeing its finances, managing its contractual relationship with HMPPS, and providing strategic leadership. The post holder will also teach, supervise and mark on the programme and line manage the academic staff involved. The position is available on a fixed term basis for three years, and is a part-time role: we welcome applications from anyone wishing to work between 60-80% FTE.

The successful candidate will be educated to PhD level in a relevant subject, have a recognised research and scholarly profile in the field of criminology, criminal justice, or related disciplines. Candidates should have a proven ability to lead and inspire a team and work with vision and foresight, and ideally have well-established networks in relevant criminal justice agencies such as HMPPS.