Senior Lecturer in Law
Join Australia’s leading law school for a full-time, continuing academic position in legal research and education.
Best for:Best for legal scholars with a PhD in law or a related discipline, seeking to advance their career in a prestigious research-intensive environment with a focus on teaching and policy engagement.
Overview
The Australian National University (ANU) Law School invites applications for a Senior Lecturer position, offering a dynamic opportunity to contribute to world-class legal scholarship and education. Located in Canberra, the ANU Law School is renowned for its research excellence, policy influence, and commitment to advancing social justice. This role involves teaching in specialized areas such as Equity & Trusts, Property, Contracts, Administrative Law, and International Law, alongside collaborative research and engagement with policymakers and legal professionals. The position is ideal for early- to mid-career academics seeking to make an impact in both academia and society.
What you'll do
- Develop and deliver high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate courses in specialized areas of law, including Equity & Trusts, Property, Contracts, Administrative Law, and International Law.
- Conduct independent research and publish findings in leading academic journals to advance legal scholarship.
- Engage with policymakers, courts, and legal professionals to influence public policy and strengthen the rule of law.
- Supervise and mentor law students, including PhD candidates, fostering academic growth and research excellence.
- Collaborate with colleagues within the ANU Law School and the broader College of Law, Governance, and Policy to drive impactful research and teaching initiatives.
- Participate in university-wide committees and contribute to the strategic direction of the Law School and College.
- Engage in meaningful community outreach and public engagement activities to promote legal awareness and education.
Requirements
Degree required: LLB with honours (or equivalent) and a conferred PhD in law or a cognate discipline
Language: English; proficiency required for teaching and research purposes
Instruction: English
- Proven academic research experience and publication record in law or a related field
- Strong teaching skills and experience in delivering law courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Ability to engage with policymakers, legal professionals, and the broader community
- Commitment to advancing social justice and influencing public policy through legal scholarship
- Experience in supervising and mentoring students, including PhD candidates
- Candidates must reside in Canberra to take up the position
- Open to all backgrounds and identities; ANU actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-18
Applicants must submit their application through the ANU job portal. Ensure your application includes a CV, cover letter, academic transcripts, and a research statement. Three references should also be provided. For further details, visit the ANU job application page.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Academic transcripts (LLB and PhD)
- Research statement
- Three reference letters
Contact
Professor Ryan Goss· Head of School
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