Assistant Professor (Practice) in Law – Newcastle

The position involves contributing to high-quality legal education through teaching, practice, and scholarly engagement within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should be qualified members of the English and Welsh Bar with current practicing certificates and possess expertise relevant to practice areas, ensuring the curriculum remains up-to-date. Experience in designing and evaluating teaching, in various professional settings, is essential, including the ability to manage learning environments effectively. Candidates without a teaching qualification can develop this during their probation period. The role offers up to 0.8 FTE contracts, allowing for continued professional practice whilst contributing to academic responsibilities. Expectations include fostering innovation in legal skills training and maintaining current professional practice to inform teaching.