The University of Oxford is seeking an outstanding candidate to fill the Chichele Professorship of Medieval History on the retirement of Professor Chris Wickham. Applications are welcome from scholars working in any aspect of the era ca. 500 - 1500.

The Professor is a member of the Faculty of History, and the postholder will also be a fellow of All Souls College. The successful candidate will be a scholar of the highest international standing, with an outstanding record of research and publication in medieval history, the ability to teach and inspire students at all levels, and the ability and willingness to undertake senior administrative duties.