Assistant Professor in Early Modern British History (111286-0126)

University of Warwick - Department of History

Location:	Coventry, University of Warwick
Salary:	£47,389 to £56,535 per annum
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Permanent

Placed On:	18th February 2026
Closes:	8th March 2026
Job Ref:	3779

Informal Queries

• For informal queries about the role, please contact Professor Tim Lockley at T.J.Lockley@warwick.ac.uk

The Department of History seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor in Early Modern British History on a full-time and indefinite basis from 1 September 2026.

You will be part of one of the largest History departments in the UK with a thriving community of teachers and researchers covering a range of disciplines and geographical areas.

You will have expertise in Early Modern British History fitting in with at least one of the University of Warwick’s interdisciplinary research spotlights.

You need to be able to demonstrate how your research in Early Modern British History is fresh and exciting and complements existing University, faculty and departmental research strategies.

The thematic focus of the post is open. We would especially welcome candidates whose work engages with religious change and/or social relations.

The History department has other academic staff researching and teaching in Early Modern History and an Early Modern and Eighteenth-Century Centre as well as a range of related networks.

Applicants should indicate in their covering letter how their research expertise interfaces with existing research specialisms in the department.

There are also opportunities to develop connections and collaborations with colleagues in other departments, especially through the Centre for the Study of the Renaissance and the English Department.

We are particularly keen to see applications from backgrounds currently underrepresented in UK higher education.

It is envisaged that you may teach on some of the modules listed below, depending on the successful candidate’s knowledge and expertise and department requirements:

HI113 Europe in the Making

HI275 The British Problem

In addition, you will be encouraged to propose your own modules depending on your expertise and research interests.

You will also be expected to supervise final-year dissertations and contribute to MA teaching.

You will undertake lecturing, seminar teaching, essay tutorials, office hours, marking of undergraduate work and monitoring of student attendance in accordance with the Department’s quality assurance practices.

You will also act as personal tutor to an assigned group of undergraduate students, providing pastoral support and guidance during the academic year. You will be actively engaged in research in Early Modern British History or a related field.

We welcome applications from early career researchers from all sections of the community from around the globe. Please note that the PhD must be awarded by the job start date of 1 September 2026.

CLOSING DEADLINE: Sunday 8th March 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.