The School of Modern Languages and the School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies seek suitably qualified applicants for the position of Network Coordinator & Post-Doctoral Research Assistant for the German Screen Studies Network (GSSN). The successful applicant will, first, provide administrative support for the GSSN’s academic leads and, in particular, help plan, promote and deliver Network events and communications; second, assist with establishing and managing a new peer-reviewed journal, German Screen Studies, to begin publication with Berghahn in 2027; third, edit a special issue of German Screen Studies departing from their research expertise.
This position is offered as a 0.3 FTE post (around 11 hours each week) for a fixed-term of twelve months. Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Dora Osborne ([email protected]) or Dr Paul Flaig ([email protected]).
St Andrews offers more than just a place to work it is a place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we are committed to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at their best.
In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews. The package for the Network Coordinator & Post-Doctoral Research Fellow includes:
- Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility)
- Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution of 14.5%
- A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance
- Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
- Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
- Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
- 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.
At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter.
We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Please quote ref: AD2767LS
Schools of Modern Languages & Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies
Salary: £38,784 pro rata, per annum
Part Time: 11 Hours per week
Fixed Term for 12 Months
