Postdoctoral Research Associates

Job Description

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], is looking for two talented researchers to join a project focused on expanding our understanding of non‑elite writers and writing in seventeenth‑century England. As Postdoctoral Research Associates you will join 'Written Worlds in Seventeenth-Century England', a Leverhulme Trust–funded project. The roles, each focusing on one of two thematic strands (non‑elite writing in the provinces or non‑elite women's writing), are offered on 13‑month, part-time contracts (17.5 hours a week) with a salary of £22,124 rising to £25,189 per annum (pro-rated £44,247 to £50,379 per annum). These roles will carry out dedicated research on non‑elite textual production, working closely with the Principal Investigator, Professor Sue Wiseman, and the Co‑Investigator, Dr Brodie Waddell. You will work extensively with manuscripts and printed sources, visit archives, investigate datasets, develop the project database, and contribute to shaping the project’s scholarly outputs, including textual editing.

Requirements

• Strong foundation in early modern studies, demonstrated through a good first degree in a relevant subject (e.g. English Literature, History)
• Completed PhD in a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Record of academic publication with clear plans for future research
• Basic ability to work with databases and research English-language manuscript and print materials from c.1570–1730
• High standard of academic writing
• Effective time management, prioritisation, and ability to meet deadlines

How to Apply

Please submit a CV and statement for consideration. Closing date: Monday 18 May 2026. Interview date: Thursday 4 June 2026. For informal enquiries, contact Professor Sue Wiseman at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. For difficulties with the recruitment portal, contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Only formal applications through the online system will be considered. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to improving gender and cultural diversity, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes. Apply via the online recruitment portal.