Associate Tutor in Tort Law

Birkbeck, University of London, has an opportunity for an Associate Tutor to join the teaching team and support its Law School this coming Autumn 2026 and Spring 2027.

We are seeking an Associate Tutor to teach across the seven foundational law subjects, with a particular focus on the following module:

• Tort Law
• Autumn term: Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm, teaching in-person
• Spring term: Mondays, 6-7:30pm, teaching in-person

You will have the relevant specialist legal knowledge to teach on the above law module(s).

You will be qualified with an LLM (or related postgraduate degree) with either an LLB (or similar qualification that covers the 7 foundations of legal knowledge) or equivalent professional experience.

Remuneration

Payment is based on an hourly rate depending on length of continuous service with the College, starting rate £61.39 per hour inclusive of pro rata London Allowance and holiday pay, for contact hours worked.

This hourly rate is based on the starting point of Grade 6 and is inclusive of a 'Duties Related to Teaching Multiplier' at 2.5, which covers preparation, teaching, administration, assessment marking and other examining duties in connection with the course.

Contract

Fixed term, part time contract teaching. Closing date: Sunday 12 July, interview date: Monday 20 July 2026.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all sections of the community and backgrounds. The College is committed to improving the gender and ethnic diversity of its workforce, holding a bronze Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.