Research Officer – British Institute in Eastern Africa (BIEA) Partnership

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Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 per annum inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance

Funding is available to support this position until 30 September 2027.

The Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa (FLIA)’s role is to strengthen LSE’s long-term commitment to placing Africa at the heart of understandings and debates about global issues. FLIA works to forge new links with African scholars and institutions and increase the visibility of Africa in LSE’s teaching, research, and policy engagement. FLIA has recently partnered with the British Institute in Eastern Africa (BIEA) to advance qualitative research on the Eastern Africa in the World research agenda.

The Research Officer will contribute to the partnership between the BIEA and FLIA by producing high-quality peer-reviewed publications and engaging in academic dissemination activities grounded in recent qualitative PhD research conducted in one or more Eastern African countries. They will work closely with the BIEA Director to develop and support a network of social science and humanities researchers working on Eastern Africa. They will also be expected to apply for research funding, including collaborative grants involving BIEA and FLIA as partners.

Candidates should have a recent PhD in a relevant social science discipline such as politics, sociology, international relations, anthropology, or international development. PhD must be close to completion by the post start date. Experience conducting qualitative research including fieldwork in one or more Eastern African countries is essential. Candidates should also have experience successfully applying for research funding, publishing in high quality social science academic journals and outlets, and experience coordinating and planning academic events.

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.

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The closing date for receipt of applications is 3 June 2026 (23.59 UK time).

Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

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