Research Fellow in Colonial histories

We are seeking to appoint a Research Fellow to conduct research into the history of the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) with particular reference to its relationship with colonialism. 

 

The role holder will work with members of the Centre for History in Public Health and an advisory group to investigate how colonialism framed the activities of the LSHTM, including areas such as: the origins of the LSHTM; funding and financing; the geographies and nature of research conducted; the curriculum; the backgrounds of staff and students.  This role will include archival research and work with other primary and secondary sources.  In addition, the role holder will be expected to organize events on the history of the LSHTM and the influence of colonialism and work with LSHTM staff and students to further understanding of the history of the LSHTM and colonialism. 

 

The appointment will be full-time for 12 months from start date and will be based in London. The salary will be on the Academic Pathway scale, Grade 6, salary range £39,304- £44,634 per annum inclusive and will be subject to LSHTM terms and conditions. Annual leave entitlement is 30 working days per year. In addition, there are discretionary “Director’s Days”. Membership of the Pension Scheme is available.

 

Applications should be made on-line via our website at http://jobs.lshtm.ac.uk. The reference for this post is PHP-PHES-2019-07. Any queries regarding the application process may be addressed to jobs@lshtm.ac.uk. Applicants should also include a CV with a list of publications (if applicable), and the names and email details of two referees who may be contacted immediately if shortlisted.