Applications are invited for a 12-month Project Co-ordinator position on the NG'IPALAJEM project, funded by the ERC. The project aims at collecting new palaeontological, archaeological and geological data in the field and in museums to tackle questions about human evolution in Africa in the last million years and is led by Prof. Marta Mirazón Lahr. Further information about the project and its collaborative partners can be found at:
The successful candidate will be an integral part of the Ng'ipalajem team, providing comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the project, ensuring the effective coordination of activities, events, and communications. They will oversee the administration of project milestones, records, and financial processes, while maintaining accurate databases, websites, and documentation in line with university policies and procedures. Acting as a key point of contact, they will liaise with stakeholders and partner institutions, support the preparation of reports, permits, and applications, and facilitate engagement across the project team. They will also play a central role in organising meetings, workshops, and conferences, as well as managing publicity and dissemination activities, including through social media. In addition, the successful candidate will carry out HR and payroll administration, provide administrative support to the Principal Investigator and committees, assist with accurate transcription and organisation of research data, and contribute to the smooth running of the wider project team. Applicants should have excellent organisation skills, attention to detail, ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team, excellent interpersonal skills, computer skills (spreadsheets and databases), excellent written and oral communication skills, and be prepared to spend periods of time in Kenya.
The successful applicant will be based at the Henry Wellcome Building, Department of Archaeology, University of Cambridge, and be prepared to spend time in Kenya assisting in the collection of data or during the project's fieldwork.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.
Starting date should be no later than 15th November 2025.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.
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Closing date for application is: Friday 17 October 2025
Interviews will be held online shortly after the closing date.
Informal enquiries enquiries should be addressed to: Prof. Marta Mirazÿ¿ÿ³n Lahr,
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Please quote reference JC47509 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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