Research Officer
London School of Economics and Political Science - Middle East Centre
| Location: | London |
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| Salary: | £43,277 to £51,714 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Permanent |
| Placed On: | 8th December 2025 |
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| Closes: | 14th January 2026 |
LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university
Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance
Funding is available to support this position for 12 months
The Research Officer will work under the direction of the Director of the Middle East Centre at LSE, Dr Katerina Dalacoura. They should have proven expertise in at least one aspect in the study of secularity in the Middle East: government policy, religiosity, foreign policy and foreign relations, and the sociological aspects of secularisation (in relation to state institutions). There is a preference for candidates that have worked on more than one country in the MENA region.
Main duties and responsibilities of the post:
The Research Officer will assist Dr Dalacoura in the preparation of a major funding application for an inter-disciplinary study of secularity in the Middle East and North Africa.
Candidates should have:
- A PhD in a relevant discipline and topic and expertise in the study of secularity in the Middle East
- Ability to produce published high-quality research and organise research activities
- Experience of carrying out research in at least one MENA country
- Experience of putting together major funding applications and fundraising for research activities
We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working, and excellent training and development opportunities.
For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification.
To apply for this post, please click the 'Apply' button above. If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email Robert Lowe, r.lowe@lse.ac.uk
The closing date for receipt of applications is 14 January 2026 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.
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