Research Fellow: AHRC Project ‘Strange Geographies: Spatial Imaginaries of Medieval Britain’

About the role

The University of Southampton is seeking to appoint a post-doctoral Research Fellow for 30 months (with the possibility of extension). The Fellow will support the AHRC-Funded project 'Strange Geographies: Spatial Imaginaries of Medieval Britain, c.1200-1500’, a collaboration between Southampton, Queen Mary University of London, the University of Cambridge, and a range of heritage and creative partners.

Responsibilities

• Carry out library and archive-based research into medieval manuscript resources across the British Isles and occasionally overseas, as well as desk-based research, transcription, editing, and preparing materials for web publication under the direction of the project lead and co-leads.
• Contribute to the project dissemination by organising and participating in conference panels, workshops, and public engagement activities.
• Publish academic outputs individually and in collaboration with the project lead and co-leads.

Requirements

• Completed a PhD in a relevant medieval subject.
• Good reading and transcription competence in medieval Latin.
• Demonstrable experience of working with medieval manuscripts (including from the British Isles).

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills.
• Flexible and able to collaborate effectively with team members across multiple institutions.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements, generous holiday allowance, and additional university closure days.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

N/A

Contact Information

To apply, upload your CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience match the role requirements as set out in the Job Description and Person Specification. Contact Prof. Marianne O’Doherty at mod1w07@soton.ac.uk for further information.

Application Instructions

Applications close on 11.59 pm UK time on the closing date. For assistance, contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.