Research Assistant
University of Kent – School of History

Location: Canterbury
Salary: £26,537 to £30,738 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Contract / Temporary

If you have specialised knowledge in the history of the early modern European corporation and a proven record of archival work, this could be a superb opportunity to develop the research and impact agendas of a flagship project for the University of Kent.

The Centre for the Political Economies of International Commerce is inviting applications for two Research Assistant positions, funded for two years, one of which will involve up to four hours of teaching a week.

You will contribute as a member of a dynamic research team working on the Leverhulme Trust funded project, led by Dr William Pettigrew, about the ‘History of the English Trading Corporation and the Global Determinants of the English Constitution’. As well as conducting archival research around the world, you will participate fully in the activities of the research team, attend the project’s seminars and conferences, and assist Dr Pettigrew’s research and public outreach agendas.

Along with a first degree, or equivalent, in a relevant subject area, you will have experience of giving research papers at conferences and seminars and the ability to communicate effectively and with enthusiasm.

Although the project focuses mainly on seventeenth century English trading corporations, you are also encouraged to apply if you specialise in researching the history of European trading corporations in the seventeenth century.

These are exciting positions combining experience of outreach, research, and teaching and thereby presenting a wonderful opportunity for career development and research entrepreneurship.

The Centre for the Political Economies of International Commerce within the School of History was founded in 2013 to showcase and develop the work of Dr William Pettigrew about the politics of international business. The Centre hosts a £1 million research grant from the Leverhulme Trust.

The School of History at the University of Kent is dedicated to excellence in research, learning and teaching. The School contains twenty nine full-time academic staff, half of whom have been appointed since 2001. The latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2014) placed the School 8th nationally for Research Intensity, and our students work alongside lecturers and tutors who are not just excellent teachers, but world-class researchers actively working at the forefront of their chosen field.

Further Information

Closing date for applications: 30 May, 2016.

Interviews are to be held: 17 June, 2016.

Informal enquiries can be made to director of the project, Dr William Pettigrew (w.pettigrew@kent.ac.uk). If you require further information regarding the application process please contact Teresa Bubb, Resourcing Adviser, at T.C.Bubb@kent.ac.uk.

Please note – applications must be made via the University’s online application system. You will be required to fill in the main details section of the application form as well as upload your CV and a summary document. Your summary should provide clear evidence and examples demonstrating where you meet the essential criteria for the post. We recommend a maximum of 4 x A4 sides for this document.

CVs or details sent directly to the department or via email cannot be considered.

For full details and to apply, please visit: https://www11.i-grasp.com/fe/tpl_kent01.asp?newms=jj&id=40036&aid=14243