Proud to be Sunderland
The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries.
We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.
As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:
- A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
- 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
- 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)
About the role
Our team has an outstanding record of teaching excellence and student satisfaction: Law courses are ranked 1st in the UK for teaching quality (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026), student experience, and research quality (Times and Sunday Times 2025), and 1st in the North East for teaching and student satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2025; Complete University Guide 2024).
Our LLB Law course also achieved 100% positivity scores for learning resources and for how well the course develops students’ knowledge and skills for the future (National Student Survey 2024).
The Law School plays a key role in the University’s strategic vision for growth, innovation, and global engagement. We offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that reflect the evolving legal profession and the needs of modern learners.
Our programmes are designed to be inclusive, career-focused, and rooted in real-world practice. We offer students hands-on experience through clinical legal education, mooting, and close links with the legal profession. Through initiatives like our award-winning Law Clinic and SQE courses, we equip graduates with the skills and confidence to thrive in legal practice, policy, and beyond. We are proud of our inclusive and supportive learning environment, where students are encouraged to challenge, reflect, and lead. Situated in a vibrant and welcoming city, Sunderland Law School is building a strong reputation for academic excellence, community impact, and graduate success—both in the UK and internationally.
What you can bring
The successful candidate will have a strong academic background in Law, with depth and experience of specialist legal knowledge to deliver high-quality teaching across core LLB Law subjects and/or SQE modules.
The candidate will demonstrate recent experience of teaching Law at university level and the ability to lead undergraduate and/or postgraduate modules, ensuring academic standards and an excellent student learning experience. Joining the Faculty provides the opportunity to contribute to this award-winning and research-active community with strong links to professional practice.
What we can offer you
Why join us?
At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:
- Up to 49 days’ holiday - that’s 36 days’ annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!
- Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are.
- Lifestyle benefits, with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.
- Health and well-being support, from private medical cover to gym discounts.
- Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.
Ready to Apply?
Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need.
Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability.
Closing date: Monday 18 May (23:59 GMT)
For informal enquiries, please contact Associate Professor Pardis Tehrani, Associate Head of School - pardis.tehrani@sunderland.ac.uk