Postdoctoral Research Fellow: Intersections between German-Jewish and British History

Location: London, hybrid 

The Leo Baeck Institute London is seeking to recruit a postdoctoral fellow to conduct research on the intersections and entanglements between German-Jewish and British history, including the British Empire, with a specific topic of their choosing. This is a 0.5 FTE position, lasting one year.  

Role Description: 

The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to the understanding of cultural, social, and intellectual exchanges between German-Jewish emigrants and British society, particularly in the context of migration, exile, and the aftermath of the Holocaust. This role aims to enhance the profile and scope of the Institute’s activities and encourage new collaborations, publications, and outreach initiatives. The researcher will also be affiliated with Birkbeck, University of London, as an Honorary Research Fellow.  

About the Institute: 

The Leo Baeck Institute London is a research institute devoted to the study of German-Jewish history, focusing particularly on the period from the 19th century to the present day. As the leading institution in its field, the institute holds a collection of primary sources, providing researchers with resources for exploring the history of German-speaking Jewry in Europe. In addition to its archival holdings, the institute hosts lectures, seminars, and exhibitions, encouraging dialogue amongst academics, students, and the wider public. The LBI London is committed to expanding access to its collections and promoting scholarly inquiry into German-Jewish history and culture.  

Details: 

Hours: Part-time, 0.5 FTE 

Contract: Fixed term for 12 months 

Closing date: 2 November 2025 (11.59pm) 

Expected Interview Date: w/c 17 November 2025 

Expected Start Date: 1 February 2026  

Application Process: 

Please contact Dr. Joseph Cronin at j.cronin@lbilondon.ac.uk for informal enquiries. 

To apply, please email the following documents as a single PDF document via the 'Apply' button above (E: info@lbilondon.ac.uk) with the subject line ‘LBI London Postdoctoral Research Fellow – application’ by 11.59pm on 2 November 2025: 

1. A CV (including a list of publications) 
2. A personal statement of no more than 1000 words, outlining how you meet the specified essential and desirable criteria for the role (see ‘Person Specification’ document). 
3. A research proposal of no more than 1500 words, which also provides a schedule for your 12 months as a research fellow. 

You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this post. Proof of this, alongside academic references, will be requested at the point of interview. 

The appointment will be made on merit alone. 

For more information about the Leo Baeck Institute London, please visit www.lbilondon.ac.uk  

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