Project Administrator, Mapping Sumatra's Manuscript Cultures

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About the Role

As Project Administrator, you will provide pro-active professional support and guidance for the Leverhulme Trust-funded Research Leadership Award, Mapping Sumatra’s Manuscript Cultures. The project comprises a team of researchers and PhD students, and involves a programme of research and engagement activities both in the UK and in South East Asia.

You will be responsible for the effective and efficient Project management of all activities of the project, satisfying the Leverhulme Trust (the funder) and SOAS University of London, in terms of legal, statutory and compliance requirements.

You can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities, which can be found on the SOAS website.

How to Apply: Please complete the online application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement

Closing date: 10th February 2023                  

Interviews to be held: w/c February 20th 2023

Further information

If you have any questions or require any assistance with regard to the application process, please contact hr-recruitment@soas.ac.uk

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We would particularly welcome applications from candidates from working class, first generation Higher Education, the Global South, Black, Asian or other minority ethnic and underrepresented groups. All appointment decisions will be made on merit, following a fair and competitive process.

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