Lecturer in Medieval Studies

Overview

Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking a Lecturer in Medieval Studies to join our dynamic team within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in Autumn 2026.

£44,247 rising to £60,858 per annum.

Open-ended, Full time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Teaching hours will vary from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, with daytime modules being introduced.

Grade LLEC, School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication.

23‑Feb‑2026

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• Candidate Information Pack 26.pdf (PDF, 249.67 kb)
• Job Description Pack Lecturer in Medieval  (PDF, 234.83 kb)

• Teach Medieval English literature and Medieval history across the Faculty, including BA English, BA History, and postgraduate taught programmes.
• Administer programmes/modules, supervise doctoral students, assess and support learners, and provide pastoral care.
• Contribute to curriculum development, interdisciplinary research and teaching, and collaborate on teaching programmes or research in identity, race/ethnicity, or gender.
• Supervise doctoral students and contribute to the intellectual and cultural life of the institution and its partners.

• PhD in any area of Medieval Studies.
• Research expertise in the literature, history and culture of the Late Medieval period (c.1300‑1500).
• Capacity to contribute to interdisciplinary research, teaching, and supervise doctoral students.

Salary is £44,247 rising to £60,858 per annum;
Grade LLEC on the College's London Pay Scale, including a consolidated weighting/allowance applicable to staff in the London area.

A competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements, generous HE sector benefits, and a location in Euston, London.

Permanent contract, full‑time (35 hours per week, Monday‑Friday, teaching 6‑9 pm, though daytime modules are being introduced). Daytime meeting attendance online and in‑person is required.

For more information, please contact Professor Fintan Walsh:

If you have difficulty using the recruitment portal, contact  with your name and the job reference number. Only formal applications through the online system will be considered.

We welcome applicants from all sections of the community and backgrounds, and particularly encourage those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities to apply. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holds an Athena SWAN award, and operates Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.