Research Centre Manager

About us

Based at UCL Faculty of Laws, our new centre for democratic constitutionalism aims to advance scholarly understanding of the relationship between democratic government and the rule of law globally, with a particular focus on identifying the supporting conditions for constitutional resilience in electorally competitive political systems. The Centre’s work on democratic constitutionalism and constitutional resilience is organised into the following workstreams: comparative constitutional design; the rule of law; the judicial protection of human rights; the legislative process; federalism and multi-level government; and the legal regulation of elections, referendums, and political parties (the ‘law of democracy’). Throughout this programme of research, the emphasis will always be not only on the formal structures for democratic governance and the rule of law but on the political and social conditions for making them sustainable. In doing so, members will have par ticular regard to the social and political pressures resulting from the impacts of growing inequality, climate change, reliance on social media and the uncertain impact of artificial intelligence.

About the role

The Centre Manager will work closely with the Centre Director and senior colleagues on the overall operation and management of the Centre, providing high level administrative and research support for all activities, including events programmes, external and policy engagement work, budgeting and planning, recruitment and management of the visiting fellows scheme, funding applications, grant management and reporting to funders. The role holder is expected to be present in the Faculty to work with the team for around 3 days per week. Interview date: Week commencing 02 September 2024

About you

We are looking for an experienced professional with knowledge of the HE sector and the role of research, who can contribute to the establishment, operation and strategic development of the research centre and its activities, including budget and HR matters. You will bring strong administrative, organisational and project management skills, including an ability to work to deadlines calmly under pressure, with good attention to detail, and with a flexible approach to changing priorities. As well as an ability to work independently and proactively, the role requires well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, and an ability to work collaboratively with people at all levels to promote a positive working culture. For further details about the application process please contact . If you wish to have an info rmal discussion about the role, please contact Dr Thea Gibbs, Director of Operations at Thea.Gibbs@ucl.ac.uk.

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