Call for Applications: for the post of Assistant Professor at University of Warwick Campus, Coventry, Apply by 13th January 2026

Location – University of Warwick Campus, Coventry

Department – School of Law

Position Type – Permanent

Salary – £47,389 to £56,535 per annum

Warwick Law School seeks to appoint one permanent Assistant Professor from 1st September 2026 to join our vibrant and supportive team. We would particularly like to hear from applicants who teach in EU Law and/or Trusts Law, but applications are welcome from candidates who teach and research in other areas of law that fit with the Warwick Law School’s curriculum, Law in Context approach, and breadth of activities.

About You

The successful candidate will have experience and expertise to be able to contribute to undergraduate teaching in the areas specified above, and that this can be achieved contextually in relation to current and evolving research. There may also be the opportunity to teach postgraduates.

How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Tuesday 13th January 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

To apply, please click “Apply” below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.

Your CV should include:

Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).

Your cover letter should explain:

Your motivations for applying to the role.
Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description (PDF attached below).

All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.

You are welcome to include details of any career breaks (e.g. parental leave, caring responsibilities, sick leave).

Interview Date: Tuesday 24th March 2026
Start Date: 1st September 2026

Please note application forms must be submitted before the stated deadline – you will not be able to submit after 23:55 (even if you opened the form earlier). Only applications submitted via our official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) will be considered.

For more details, refer here