JOB OPPORTUNITY - RESEARCH AND EDITOR - Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design (Central Saint Martins)
Main location CSM - King's Cross, London UK
Job type Part time
Unit University Research Centres
Length of fixed term contract 2 Years
Closing date 16 August 2021 23:55
Salary £38,694.00 - £46,423.00 per annum (Pro-rata)
The role
The post holder will develop and locate their practice within the research aims and remit of the Afterall Research Centre. You will contribute to the academic profile and activity of Afterall, working as editor of Afterall journal (published semi-annually) and as a contributor to the development of Afterall’s book series and online output. You will be expected to write external funding bids in collaboration with other CSM/Centre researchers and to publish your own research externally and internally.
Why choose us?
Afterall is a Research Centre of University of the Arts London, located at Central Saint Martins in King’s Cross. The Centre is part of an international research network, working in collaboration with institutions in Europe, North America and South East Asia. Afterall produces a journal, several strands of publications under the Afterall Books imprint and makes selected articles freely accessible at Afterall Online (www.afterall.org/online). Afterall is a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England.
Your profile Specialist Knowledge/Qualifications (Essential) Formal training or education to PhD level or equivalent, with specialist knowledge in a relevant subject (eg. art / art history), Relevant Experience (Essential), Relevant experience as an editor in an academic art publishing environment, and an excellent command of the English language, Communication Skills (Essential), Communicates effectively orally and in writing adapting the message for a diverse audience in an inclusive and accessible way, Research, Teaching and Learning (Essential), Applies innovative approaches in teaching, learning or professional practice to support excellent teaching, pedagogy and inclusivity, Leadership and Management (Desirable), Motivates and leads a team effectively, setting clear objectives to manage performance, Planning and Managing Resources (Desirable), Applies own research to develop learning and assessment practice, Professional Practice (Desirable), Contributes to advancing professional practice/research or scholarly activity in own area of specialism, Planning and managing resources (Desirable), Plans, prioritises and manages resources effectively to achieve long term objectives
Please submit your application as soon as possible, as should a sufficient number of applications be received this vacancy may close earlier than the stated closing date.
If you have any queries you may contact ADS Recruitment Team via email on adsstaffrecruitment@arts.ac.uk
UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.
Candidates are advised to submit applications early.
