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Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Global Jewish Studies

Royal Holloway, University of London - Department of History

Location: Egham
Salary: £40,133 to £47,297 per annum - including London Allowance
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 3rd October 2024
Closes: 1st November 2024
Job Ref: 1024-292

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Full-Time, Fixed Term for 24 months 

The Holocaust Research Institute (HRI) at Royal Holloway, University of London, is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research fellow to contribute to a major donor-funded project, “Global Jewish Studies in/as Holocaust Studies” for the academic years 2025-27. The successful candidate will conduct research in their area of expertise, contribute to teaching undergraduate and MA modules, as required, and will also be expected to deliver 1-2 “masterclasses” for postgraduate students, faculty and HRI associates. They will advance the interests of the HRI with respect to the wider scholarly community and the public. The post is fixed term for two academic years.

“Global Jewish Studies in/as Holocaust Studies” seeks to integrate Jewish Studies and Holocaust Studies into the HRI’s work and to advance the discipline of Holocaust Studies nationally and internationally. The postdoctoral research fellow will work in any area of Global Jewish Studies (including, but not restricted to history, literary studies, film studies, cultural studies, geography, anthropology, and sociology). We welcome applications from candidates whose research is rooted in Eastern and/or Southeastern Europe but has a global focus. Practical expertise in digital humanities methods related to the applicant’s research in Jewish Studies is desirable but not essential.

The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the College is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London. Travel to London may also be required for teaching. 

Informal enquiries should be made to:

Professor Dan Stone d.stone@rhul.ac.uk, Director of the Holocaust Research Institute.    

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk.

Please quote the reference: 1024-292

Closing Date:  23:59, 1 November 2024

Interview Date: To be confirmed (late November 2024)

Further details:   Job Description & Person Specification

This position is not eligible for hybrid working.

Royal Holloway is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), and encourages applications from all people regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, parental status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or trans status or history. More information on our structures and initiatives around EDI, including information on staff diversity networks, can be found on our Equality and Diversity Intranet page.

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