Associate Lecturer in Social and Public Policy (Maternity Leave Cover)

Overview

The University of York is seeking an Associate Lecturer in Social and Public Policy within the School for Business and Society to provide maternity leave cover. This position is structured as a full-time, fixed-term contract with a hybrid work arrangement. The successful candidate will contribute to the Social Policy subject group, an interdisciplinary group recognized globally for its applied research and teaching in social and public policy fields. The role is available starting on 16th December 2026.

Who can apply

Applicants are sought whose teaching and scholarship focus on social research methods and the analysis of social problems, policy responses, and their impacts across applied social policy domains. Candidates should possess subject knowledge in areas such as social inequalities and social divisions, social research methods for social and public policy, policy analysis and evaluation, welfare states and welfare institutions, or the interactions between welfare state institutions and criminal justice systems. The University strives to be diverse and inclusive and particularly encourages applications from individuals who identify as Black, Asian, or from a Minority Ethnic background.

What you get

The position offers a salary ranging from £38,448 to £46,970 per annum. The University of York provides family-friendly, flexible working arrangements along with forums and inclusive facilities to support staff members.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a PhD in Social Policy or possess equivalent experience. Essential qualifications include detailed knowledge in Social and Public Policy sufficient to develop teaching and provide relevant learning support across different levels of academic ability, as well as the ability to design and deliver teaching material either across a range of modules or within a specific subject area. Desirable qualifications include detailed knowledge in Social Policy and Criminal Justice sufficient for teaching and learning support.

How to apply

Applicants with informal inquiries may contact the Co-Heads of Social Policy, Aniela Wenham and Enrico Reuter, by email.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-11-19. The post becomes available on 16th December 2026. The interview date is to be confirmed.