Lecturer in Public Law and Anti SLAPP
The University of Aberdeen’s School of Law is an ambitious School with a long history of high quality and innovative teaching and research. Consistently ranked in the Top 20 UK Law Schools (rated 12 in the Times and 13 in the Guardian University Guide 2026). We are committed to equality and diversity and hold an Athena Swan Bronze Award. We have a supportive research culture which will encourage and enable the successful candidate to pursue their research ambitions.
To support the work of the School of Law’s Anti-SLAPP Research Hub, as well as the delivery of our core programmes, we wish to appoint a Lecturer in Anti-SLAPP and Public law. The successful candidate will be appointed to a Teaching and Research contract. They will be expected to provide leadership in our research and public engagement concerning Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs), including engagement with public entities and non-governmental organisations. They will also contribute as appropriate to the delivery of our public law lecturing portfolio, which includes UK Public Law, comparative Public Law, and the law of the European Union.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 7, £47,389 - £56,535 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience.
Informal enquiries should be made to Prof Justin Borg-Barthet, Head of School, e-mail: jborgbarthet@abdn.ac.uk
Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Lucy Redmayne, HR Adviser (e-mail: lucy.redmayne@abdn.ac.uk ) for further information.
To apply online for this position visit https://www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: LAW084A
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 27 January 2026
The School of Law embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.