Materiality, Antiquity and Archaeology at Manchester Metropolitan University
Job Description
Based in the Department of History, Politics and Philosophy, the MAA group has an interdisciplinary focus on the cultures and material cultures of the past, from the ancient to the contemporary world and interdisciplinary strengths in international history and politics, European philosophy, public policy and administration, global governance, archaeology, and regional history and heritage.
The Materiality, Antiquity and Archaeology group has seen remarkable research successes in recent years, and it has been identified as a developing area of strength at Manchester Met. The group is particularly known for its UKRI-funded research at the intersection between material culture, archaeology and public policy, totalling over £1.75M in the last 5 years. Staff have directly influenced the formulation of UKRI infrastructure policy through secondments to scope and prepare the newly released and funded ‘Research Infrastructure in Conservation and Heritage Science’ (RICHeS). The outward-facing and engaged nature of the group’s research is also reflected in the number of AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Awards held by staff (currently 6). The group has been recognised for its success and has seen significant investment in its research infrastructure.
About the role:
- To undertake world-leading and internationally excellent research using latest and innovative methodologies, as relevant in your area of research.
- To prepare, present and publish research outputs through the appropriate forums.
- To develop ideas for generating income to ensure the continued success and growth of research portfolio.
- To disseminate findings of research widely to further the institution’s standing in the HE and research community and strengthen the impact of the research.
About the candidate:
You will have a research background in one or more of the following: the social and cultural meaningfulness of objects and text-inscribed objects; material cultures of the historical home, leisure, and religion; public archaeology, public policy and public classics. We are keen to hear from you if you have a complimentary methodological interest in heritage science or material culture studies. A demonstrable history of engaging with external organisation to influence research strategy and policy will also be of importance.
Requirements:
- Doctoral level qualification in a related research area.
- Possess breadth or depth of specialist knowledge and demonstrate potential for research independence.
- Excellent track record of relevant research outputs.
- Significant research experience in the chosen field of research, which should include where appropriate:
- leading the work of a team, co-ordinating effort and resources to meet objectives
- developing partnerships with internal and external agencies
- preparing funding proposals and applications to external bodies
- using initiative, creativity and judgement to develop appropriate approaches to research
- synthesising complex data from different sources and communicating findings via written reports and articles
- presenting at national and/or international research meetings
- supervising student work and providing appropriate support and feedback.
- Experience of managing and monitoring performance of research projects in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Ability to manage projects involving academic institutions and funding bodies.
Please refer to the Job Description & Person Specification for a full list of essential & desirable criteria.
Academic Contact: Prof Kathryn Hurlock (k.hurlock@mmu.ac.uk) to discuss the fellowship opportunity in detail.
Closing Date: 29 May 2024
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us on researchfellowships@mmu.ac.uk
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