Assistant or Associate Professor (111338-0226)

Location

University of Warwick Campus, Coventry

Department

Psychology

Position Type

Permanent

Salary

(Assistant) £47,389 to £56,535 per annum / (Associate) £58,225 to £67,468 per annum

About the Role

Informal Queries

• For informal queries about the role, please contact Professor Fiona MacCallum, Head of Psychology at Fiona.MacCallumwarwick.ac.uk .

Flexible Working

• We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.

The Department of Psychology at the University of Warwick is recruiting to a new research/teaching, full-time, permanent position available at either Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant and inclusive community at the University of Warwick which is rated 9th in the UK and 74th in the World (see "About the University" below).

Furthermore, the Department is currently moving to its own building, following a comprehensive refurbishment project, with state-of-the-art research laboratories, teaching facilities and workspaces. The move is expected to be complete by the end of Summer 2026.

We are looking for candidates who will strengthen and complement teaching, research and impact within one or more of our three broad groups: Lifespan Health and Wellbeing; Language and Learning; and Behavioural Science.

About You

Candidates should hold a PhD and have a proven research record, a clear plan for future research and funding, the ability to provide inspirational teaching at both the undergraduate and post-graduate levels, and willingness to contribute to administrative duties.

Please state clearly in your application whether you would like to be considered for an Assistant or Associate level post.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

About the Department

To find out more about the Department of Psychology, please visit our website .

About the University

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**

Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/ .

* World University Ranking 2026 , Complete University Guide 2026

** Research Excellence Framework 2021

How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Monday 6th April 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: To be confirmed.
• Start Date: 1st September 2026 or by mutual agreement.

Please note a pplication 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.

What we Offer

We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here .

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer .

Our Commitment to Inclusion

To find out more about our commitments to equality, diversity, and inclusion, please see: Our Commitments University of Warwick

Job Description

JD - Assistant or Associate Professor (111338).pdf - 78KB

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