Early Career Fellow/Lecturer in International Economic Law

Salary:

Grade UE07: £37,099.00 – £44,263.00 – Early Career Fellow.

Grade UE08: £45,585.00 – £54,395.00 – Lecturer in International Economic Law.

College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Law.

This is a fixed term post, available from 1st  August 2024 to 31st  July 2026.

Full Time – 35 Hours Per Week.

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic academic to join the School of Law as an Early Career Fellow/Lecturer in International Economic Law (grade commensurate with experience). We particularly welcome candidates with expertise in international trade and investment law and/or international law and development.

This two-year fixed term appointment is ideal for scholars seeking to develop their teaching and research profile.  The post will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and assessment as well as dissertation supervision in the Public International Law Subject Area, and in particular on the International Economic Law LLM programme. 

The School of Law strives to be a diverse and inclusive community.  We particularly welcome applications from candidates belonging to groups that have been traditionally under-represented in the subject.  

As well as a CV and cover letter, candidates are required to upload an outline (maximum 2 pages) of their research plans as part of the application process. Candidates are also asked to identify their two strongest publications (which may include work under review or accepted but not published) and explain why – in their view – these publications are both original and significant (a form is provided to facilitate the completion of this step). 

The Opportunity:

To join a dynamic team of academics working in the Public International Law Subject Area.  The post will enable you to establish a strong teaching profile, to build on your existing research achievements, and develop professional contacts across the University of Edinburgh and beyond. 

Your skills and attributes for success:     

• A strong academic profile in the field of International Economic Law, with a PhD (or very close to completion) or equivalent professional experience (Desirable).
• Ability to deliver excellent research-led teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Ability to develop an innovative research profile and plan in the areas of expertise, including through quality publications.
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to engage students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• A commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion for both our staff and students.

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As a valued member of our team you can expect: 

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page  (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. 

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 10 April 2024.

Interviews are expected to be held Thursday 23rd  May.