Call for Applications
Post of Teaching Associate or Senior Teaching Associate in Policing
Department of Criminology – Faculty for Social Wellbeing

Applications are invited for a full-time post of Teaching Associate or Senior Teaching Associate in the Department of Criminology, Faculty for Social Wellbeing of the University of Malta.

The appointment will be offered on an indefinite contract basis, subject to a probationary period of one year.

The appointee will be required to contribute to the administrative duties and teaching up to and including MQF Level 7, in the Department of Criminology within the Faculty for Social Wellbeing, and as may be required by the University.

Eligibility

Teaching Associate
 

Applicants will be required to possess a first degree (Level 6) in Administration, Private and Public Sector Management, Policing, Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field, and a Master’s degree (Level 7) in Criminology, Policing, Criminal Justice, Security and Risk Management, Public Policy Leadership, or related disciplines. Furthermore, applicants must have a minimum of three (3) years relevant teaching and/or professional experience in policing or criminal justice. The applicant must have experience of working in the Malta Police Force. Experience in capacity-building and workforce development is also required.

Senior Teaching Associate

Applicants will be required to possess a first degree (Level 6) in Administration, Private and Public Sector Management, Policing, Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field, and a Master’s degree (Level 7) in Criminology, Policing, Criminal Justice, Security and Risk Management, Public Policy Leadership, or related disciplines. Applicants must have a minimum of six (6) years relevant teaching and/or professional experience in policing or criminal justice. The applicant must have experience of working in the Malta Police Force.  Experience in capacity-building and workforce development is also required.

Salary
 

The annual salary for 2026 attached to Teaching Associate and Senior Teaching Associate is as follows:

Teaching Associate; €41,365 plus Academic Work Resources of €2,146.00 

Senior Teaching Associate; €45,962 plus Academic Work Resources of €2,146.00 

Application procedure

Candidates are required to upload their covering letter, certificates (certificates should be submitted in English) and names and emails of three referees through this form: https://www.um.edu.mt/hr/workatum-general

Applications should be received by Thursday, 13 August 2026..
 

Late applications will not be considered.

Further Information

General Working Obligations:

A Teaching Associate or Senior Teaching Associate will be appointed on a full-time (40) hour per week basis between Monday to Friday out of which no more than half shall be devoted to teaching.

A Teaching Associate or Senior Teaching Associate will be expected to work between 08:00 and 17:00 hours and beyond 17:00 hours no more than once per week.

The Department of Criminology

The Department of Criminology seeks to be a centre of excellence contributing to Maltese society through education, research, and engagement in criminal justice, policing, and social policy development. The Department offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in general and specialist areas of criminology, as well as various micro-credentials. The Department also supports an increasing number of research students at postgraduate and doctoral levels.

The duties which the appointee may be expected to perform include:

• Preparing course materials;
• Teaching lectures, tutorials, seminars, and practical sessions in policing and criminology;
• Planning, organising and supervising applied sessions, including simulations and scenario-based training;
• Providing continuous assessment and detailed feedback to students;
• Setting and marking examination papers and assessment rubrics within established timeframes;
• Organising and conducting formative and summative assessments;
• Supporting and supervising tutors and assessors;
• Supervising undergraduate dissertations and marking them within established timeframes;
• Preparing academic reports regarding student progress and attendance;
• Being available for consultation with students;
• Promoting students’ academic welfare;
• Identifying students encountering difficulties and providing additional support;
• Using the University’s VLE (Moodle) and other digital platforms;
• Organising and participating in seminars and conferences;
• Participating in Boards of Studies and Boards of Examiners;
• Participating in academic and university administration;
• Contributing to national and regional development in policing and criminology, including cooperation with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental institutions;
• Contributing to the development of policing strategies, training frameworks, and professional standards in collaboration with national and international stakeholders;
• Any other relevant duties as may be required by the University.

The Selection Procedures

• The evaluation of qualifications and experience claimed and supported by testimonials and/or certificates (copies to be included with the application).
• Short-listing of candidates.
• An invitation to short-listed candidates to a Selection Board interview.
• A short presentation on a subject allotted to short-listed candidates.

The Selection Process

The selection process will follow the document “Guidelines for Members of Selection Boards in the Recruitment of Resident Academic Staff” (https://www.um.edu.mt/hr/policiesprocedures).

In accordance with the guidelines, members of the Selection Board will establish the following selection criteria for the selection process:

• Relevant academic qualifications
• Relevant Academic / Work experience
• Aptitude and suitability; and
• Performance in interview
  
  

The appointment will be subject to the provisions of the Statues, Regulations and Bye-Laws of the University which are now or which may hereafter be in force.

The University of Malta is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Office of the University
Msida, 24 July 2026

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