Assistant Professorship in Medieval Literature (temporary cover)

University of Cambridge - Faculty of English

Placed On: 24th February 2026

Closes: 20th March 2026

Job Ref: GG48856

The Faculty of English wishes to appoint to an Assistant Professorship in Medieval Literature from 1 September 2026 for a period of seven years. This post is temporary cover during the absence of another member of staff.

We seek applicants who have research and teaching interests in medieval English literature 1066-1550. We are open to applicants tackling a wide range of material and approaches, including interdisciplinary work within the field. At undergraduate level, the appointee will be expected to take a full role in the teaching of Medieval Literature across all parts of the Tripos.

The successful applicant will be able to conduct original research in their field, generating new interpretations, arguments and methods which will have international reach and significance. We intend to appoint a scholar whose work will make a substantial difference to the way in which the study of this area is pursued, with the potential to develop collaborative projects and attract external funding, and who is able to develop the kinds of public and professional engagement that will maximise the impact of their research.

Candidates should have a completed PhD and have a strong record of research and publication, appropriate to their career-stage, in a relevant subject area. The successful applicant will support and maintain the University's national and international reputation for excellence in teaching. They will be expected to offer teaching at undergraduate and Masters level, and to attract applications from strong PhD candidates.

Please ensure that you upload the following documents to your online application

• a covering letter
• your Curriculum Vitae, including a full list of publications;
• a document describing your main teaching and research interests, and an indication of the teaching you would hope to offer if appointed to the post.
• Names of three referees are required, and we will request references at the next stage of the process.

For further information about reading lists and course descriptions for this post please see http://www.english.cam.ac.uk/posts/

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Other informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Professor Alex da Costa, Chair of the Faculty (chair@english.cam.ac.uk). Any queries regarding the application process should be directed to Vicky Aldred (administrator@english.cam.ac.uk).

This post is fixed-term for 7 years or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.

The closing date for applications is midnight (GMT) on 20 March 2026, and interviews are planned for 13 May 2026, subject to change.

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Please quote reference GG48856 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.