Editorial Assistant – Birkbeck Sport Business Centre
Are you a recent MA graduate, or a current MPhil/PhD student in Historical Studies with a passion for photography and feminist history? Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking an Editorial Assistant to support the development of a new anthology on the influential British photographer and activist, Jo Spence.
Key Details
* Salary: £6,682 rising to £7,585 per year
* Contract: Fixed term, six‑month contract, part‑time, 6 hours a week (0.17 FTE), hybrid or remote offered
* Mode: Part time
* Grade: 6
* Business Unit: School of Historical Studies
* Closing date for applicants: 14‑Nov‑2025
* Reference No.: 2279
Documents Required
* Candidate Information Pack 25.pdf
* Job Description Pack Editorial Assistant.pdf
Responsibilities
* Administer submissions and track editorial progress
* Liaise with editors, authors, and copyright holders
* Format and desk‑edit materials to house style
* Coordinate editorial meetings and take minutes
* Use platforms such as SharePoint, Dropbox, and Google Docs
* Ensure timely communication and scheduling
Qualifications
* Knowledgeable in the history of photography and British feminism
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and bibliographic tools
* Organised, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks
* Clear communicator with excellent time‑management skills
* Eager to learn and contribute to a collaborative editorial team
Salary and Benefits
£6,682 rising to £7,585 per year (pro‑rated £38,981 to £44,247 per year, FTE). Benefits include a competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements, generous benefits in the HE sector, and a central location in Bloomsbury, Euston, London.
Contact
Patrizia Di Bello, Professor of History and Theory of Photography, p.dibello@bbk.ac.uk
Application Process
Please submit CV and statement for consideration. Closing date: Friday 14 November 2025, interview date: Thursday 27 November 2025.
Equal Opportunity
We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.
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