Professor of Disability Law

University of Leeds

Leeds, United Kingdom

ID: 7122373 (Ref.No. ESLLW1189)
Posted: January 30, 2023

Job Description

Are you an outstanding individual with passion and enthusiasm about your research and teaching in the field of disability law? Do you have the ambition to play a significant role in the further development of the School’s Centre for Law and Social Justice? Do you want to be part of a thriving law school in a Russell Group University? Are you an experienced academic leader looking for a challenging senior leadership position?

The School of Law at Leeds is a successful, dynamic law school strongly committed to achieving excellence in both student education and research. We ranked 4th overall in the UK for the quality of its research in REF 2021 and 1st for the impact of its research on society and have continued to invest to strengthen further our research centres. We are equally proud to deliver some of the best results for student satisfaction and employability and student education lies at the heart of all we do. 

We are looking to appoint a Professor in the field of disability law. The core purpose of the role will be to provide leadership in the further development of the School as a centre for both research and teaching in this area, based upon an excellent record of academic publications. 

You will be expected to enhance the School’s research and teaching activities and culture, working with colleagues to build its international profile and standing.  This appointment to a major role in a dynamic and growing School of Law offers considerable potential for personal initiative and fulfilment.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Professor Louise Ellison, Head of the School of Law
Email: [email protected]

Location:  Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service:  Faculty of Social Sciences
School/Institute:  School of Law
Category:  Academic
Grade:  Grade 10
Salary:  Competitive salary
Post Type:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Ongoing
Release Date:  Friday 27 January 2023
Closing Date:  Sunday 26 February 2023
Interview Date:  To be confirmed
Reference:  ESLLW1189


The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset. As part of our continued commitment to equality and inclusion, we strive to create an environment where everyone can reach their full potential and have a real opportunity to participate in and contribute to our activities.