Coordinator [Undergraduate] [Full-time, Maternity Cover]

Applications are invited for an organised and experienced administrator for the Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS).

This role with a special emphasis on undergraduate programmes. The post holder will be the principal administrator for all POLIS tracks within the HSPS Tripos as well as shared papers on the History and Politics Tripos. The role has oversight of all administrative elements until final examination and has line management responsibilities. 

Maternity cover: This post is fixed-term for 12 months or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

The closing date for applications is: Wednesday 09 September 2026.

The interview date is expected to be: Week commencing 21 September 2026

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to:Business Operations Manager Helen Reynolds BOM@polis.cam.ac.uk

If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact: hr@hsps.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference UE50803 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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