Assistant Professor in Environmental History (111009-1125)
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For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Tim Lockley (Head of Department) at t.j.lockley@warwick.ac.uk.
About the Role
The Department of History seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor in Environmental History on a full‑time, indefinite basis from 1 September 2026. You will join one of the UK’s largest History departments, teaching and researching across diverse disciplines and areas.
Responsibilities
* Teach modules such as HI113 Europe in the Making, HI153 Making of the Modern World, HI2K2 Imperial Natures, and HI2K9 Historical Research, as well as any other relevant courses.
* Develop and propose new modules based on expertise and research interests.
* Supervise final-year dissertations and contribute to MA teaching.
* Deliver lecturing, seminar teaching, essay tutorials, office hours, marking of undergraduate work, and monitoring of student attendance.
* Act as personal tutor for an assigned group of undergraduate students, providing pastoral support and guidance during the academic year.
* Engage actively in research in Environmental History or a related field.
Qualifications
Your PhD must be awarded by 1 September 2026 and you should have expertise in Environmental History. Demonstrate fresh, exciting research that complements existing University, faculty and departmental strategies.
We especially welcome candidates whose work engages with oceanic history, energy history, animal history, and non‑western, indigenous, or decolonial methodologies. Show how your research interfaces with the department’s specialism and broader research network.
Application Process
* Closing deadline: Monday 5 January 2026 11:55pm (UK Time).
* Apply via the university careers portal: warwick-careers.tal.net.
* Submit CV, cover letter (explain motivations and how you meet essential criteria), and other requested documents.
* Interview scheduled for March 2026 (remote via Microsoft Teams). Start date 1 September 2026.
Benefits
* Attractive pension scheme.
* 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
* Generous parental/adoption leave.
* Onsite childcare facilities.
* Excellent learning and development opportunities.
Equal Opportunities & Inclusion
Warwick is a Living Wage employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from under‑represented groups and early‑career researchers worldwide. All employees undergo safeguarding and DBS checks as required.
Right to Work
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. For those requiring sponsorship, see the provided link for further information.
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