The School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies is seeking to appoint a Senior Research Administrator to join the Professional Services Team to ensure the smooth running of a Scotland-wide research alliance that is funded by the Scottish Funding Council and led by the Director of the Centre for Energy Ethics within the School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies.  

Exceptional organisational, numerical, administrative and communication skills are essential for this post. You will be a strong team player who is able to plan, organise and prioritise workload in a busy and fast-paced environment. Significant administration experience is essential, preferably in an education setting. In fulfilling the role, you will be expected to proactively liaise with staff across the School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies, with other Schools and Units as well as contacts from outwith the University. Capacity to cope with change in a fast-paced environment is crucial.  

The School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies comprises the Departments of Philosophy, Social Anthropology and Film Studies. The School operates, where appropriate, as three distinct departmental units of teaching and research. The School administration operates on three School-wide teams – Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Research. It is proud of its international reputation in research and teaching across its disciplines. The School is spread out in various buildings in the centre of St Andrews.   

This is a part-time post, working 29 hours per week (0.8 FTE), on a fixed term contract until 28 February 2027.  

Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Lisa Neilson, Research Coordinator, via email: pafs-res-coord@st-andrews.ac.uk.  

The School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies is committed to equality and diversity in its recruitment and employment policies. The School operates a policy of family-friendly hours for core meetings and is happy to discuss flexible working arrangements for staff.  

Applications are particularly welcome from people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented in professional posts at the University.    

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience.  We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter, Race Charters and Stonewall). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network.  Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/

In accordance with the new immigration rules, it is with regret that this role does not meet the current suitability requirements set by the UKVI to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa or by contacting our HR Immigration Team on hrimmigration@st-andrews.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 21 April 2023                           Interview Date: 4 May 2023

Please quote ref: CG2060NB                           

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School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies

Salary: £25,285 per annum pro rata (From August 2023: £25,742 pa pro rata)  

Start Date:  As soon as possible

Fixed-term: Until 28 February 2027Part-time: 29 hrs per week (0.8 FTE)