Professor in Public International Law

The University of Reading School of Law wishes to appoint an outstanding Professor of Public International Law to further enhance our global reputation for research power, leadership and impact in International Law. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic community with a global outlook and a focus on academic excellence (in the latest Research Excellence Framework we doubled our percentage of 4* outputs and 99% of our research was judged to be world leading, internationally excellent or internationally recognised). We are seeking to appoint a candidate of internationally recognised research excellence who can provide research leadership and also contribute to teaching, administration and global engagement.

The School welcomes applicants with an outstanding record of research in Public International Law.  All relevant research specialisms will be considered. The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Interview date: 15/03/2024

Informal contact details

Contact role: Head of School
Contact name: Professor James Devenney
Contact phone: 0118 3787500
Contact email: [email protected]

Alternative informal contact details

Contact role: Director, Global Law at Reading
Contact name: Professor Marko Milanovic
Contact phone: Please first email to obtain mobile phone number
Contact email: [email protected]

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants should ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement under the PBS. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website .

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.