Skip to main content

Graduate Teaching Fellow Post - Sociology, Social Policy & Criminology PhD

Funding
Funded
Study mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Apply by
Start date
Subject area
Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology
How to apply
Change country or region

We’re currently showing entry requirements and other information for applicants with qualifications from United Kingdom.

Please select from our list of commonly chosen countries below or choose your own.

If your country or region isn’t listed here, please contact us with any questions about studying with us.

Overview

The Department of Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology (SSPC) invites those interested in pursuing a PhD in the Department to apply for a fully funded Graduate Teaching Fellowship (GTF) commencing October 2025.

About this opportunity

We welcome applications from candidates who have a good first degree and/or a Masters in Sociology, Criminology or cognate discipline (including Social Research Methods), and whose proposed PhD research aligns with the broader interests of our Department (See Research Expertise – Department of Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology – University of Liverpool) and/or within any of our existing research clusters (Research – Department of Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology – University of Liverpool).

Established in 1905, our Department has a vibrant, creative, and critically engaged research environment, and our PhD cohort plays a central role in this culture. Postgraduate research | Department of Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology | University of Liverpool. Details of SSPC’s teaching and research activities can be found on our website which applicants are encouraged to review and be aware of prior to applying (Department of Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology – University of Liverpool).

Back to top

Who is this for?

Candidates must have a good first degree in Sociology, Criminology or related discipline and should have completed (or be near to completing) a postgraduate degree at Masters or an equivalent level. Specific area of specialisation for the proposed PhD research is open, but candidates must be prepared to teach on criminology and criminal justice modules in addition to modules related to their specific area of expertise. The successful applicant will be required to undertake small-group teaching and assessment marking in one or more core undergraduate modules, and is advised to review the core modules available on our programmes to give consideration as to where their research interests might meaningfully contribute. Previous teaching experience is not essential as some in-house training and mentoring will be provided.

Back to top

How to apply

  1. 1. Contact supervisors

    Applicants are strongly encouraged to identify and contact one or more prospective supervisors to discuss their proposal before applying. View Sociology and Social Policy PhD for further details.

    For queries or further information, please contact the Department’s Director of Postgraduate Research, Dr Peter Campbell (pcampbll@liverpool.ac.uk).

    Initial applications should be sent by email to the SLSJPGR Team (slsjpgr@liverpool.ac.uk) and must include:

    • CV
    • Cover letter
    • Three references
    • A PhD research proposal.

    The SLSJPGR Team will contact you about your application. You don’t need to apply online until advised to by a member of the team.

  2. 2. Prepare your application documents

    You may need the following documents to complete your online application:

    • A research proposal (this should cover the research you’d like to undertake)
    • University transcripts and degree certificates to date
    • Passport details (international applicants only)
    • English language certificates (international applicants only)
    • A personal statement
    • A curriculum vitae (CV)
    • Contact details for two proposed supervisors
    • Names and contact details of two referees.

  3. 3. Apply

    Finally, register and apply online. You'll receive an email acknowledgment once you've submitted your application. We'll be in touch with further details about what happens next.

    The deadline for applications is 9am BST on Monday 9 June 2025. We’ll look to invite shortlisted candidates for a virtual interview, via Microsoft Teams, in early July.

     

Back to top

Funding your PhD

The Graduate Teaching Fellow will be funded over a three-year period (dependent on successful progression) of full-time PhD registration, during which the post-holder will teach for the Department of Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology. Over this period, the School will pay University fees at the Full-Time UK student rate (currently £5,006), plus a full maintenance grant per annum fixed at the UKRI level (£20,780 in 2025-26).

The three years of full-time PhD registration will be followed by an unfunded writing-up period of up to one year. International students are welcome to apply for the GTF post. However, to comply with UK Immigration regulations there may be a visa requirement. Full-time PhD registration will commence from October 2025.

Back to top

Contact us

Have a question about this research opportunity or studying a PhD with us? Please get in touch with us, using the contact details below, and we’ll be happy to assist you.

Back to top