Position Summary
Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking a Research Communication Assistant on a part‑time, fixed‑term contract for the Autumn term.
Key Responsibilities
* Support a transdisciplinary research project based at a community‑led heritage site.
* Assist in developing and communicating research output to academic and community audiences.
* Lead the technical development of an accessible community engagement blog, implementing accessibility best practices and optimizing the site for assistive technologies.
* Assist with delivery of a small study exploring community wellbeing through a multimodal journaling activity: support data analysis, literature review, and communications of findings.
* Work closely with the project leader and attend fortnightly in‑person meetings in Bloomsbury, Euston, London.
Qualifications and Experience
* Prior experience developing and maintaining WordPress.org websites.
* Strong foundation in qualitative social research skills (e.g., sociology, psychosocial studies, anthropology) or a relevant humanities subject (e.g., human geography, history, archaeology) at postgraduate research level.
* Excellent editorial and proof‑reading skills.
* Experience as a Research Assistant, Web Editor, or Content Designer is desirable.
Contract & Working Conditions
Fixed‑term, part‑time role working 92 hours in total until 15 April 2026. Remote with flexible schedule; fortnightly face‑to‑face meetings (Tues – Fri PM) in Bloomsbury, Euston, London.
Salary and Benefits
£21.43 per hour (pro‑rated £38,981 per year, FTE). Grade 6 on the College's London Pay Scale, including a consolidated London Weighting Allowance. Competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements, and generous benefits in the higher education sector.
Documents
* Candidate Information Pack 25.pdf (PDF, 249.67 kb)
* Job Description Pack Research Communication Assistant.pdf (PDF, 241.72 kb)
Enquiries and Application
To apply, submit an application form and statement for consideration. Closing date: Friday 14 November 2025. Interview dates: 26 & 28 November 2025; online only.
If you would like more information, please contact Hannah Reeves, Research Fellow, at h.reeves@bbk.ac.uk.
For recruitment portal difficulties, contact jobs@bbk.ac.uk, providing your name and the job reference number 2284.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holds an Athena SWAN award, and operates Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.
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