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Centre for Philosophy of Natural and Social Science

Department of Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method

Research Programmes Coordinator

Salary from £32,135 to £35,304 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £37,641pa inclusive of London allowance

This is a fixed term appointment for 1 year with potential to extend subject to funding

LSE is one of the world’s leading institutions for social science research, with 18 Nobel Prize winners and 37 past or present heads of state, and it also host to one of the world’s most prestigious and unique philosophy programmes, led by the Department of Philosophy, Logic & Scientific Method together with the Centre for Philosophy of Natural and Social Sciences (CPNSS).

The Research Programmes Coordinator will work closely with the CPNSS Centre Manager and Philosophy Department Manager, playing a crucial role in ensuring the seamless execution of our many philosophical research programmes and events. You will be at the heart of coordinating visiting academics and research associates, academic lecture series and high-profile conferences. Part of your responsibilities will also include coordinating and managing key financial systems, like research budgets and reimbursements.

Candidates must have:  

·       A high level of independence, accuracy and attention to detail.

·       Initiative in dealing with a wide range of tasks and ability to juggle multiple deadlines.

·       Excellent organisational, planning, and prioritisation abilities.

·       Ability to creatively solve problems, learn new skills quickly, and think on the fly in a fast-paced environment.

·       Excellent communication abilities, people-skills, and the ability to work in a team.

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working, and excellent training and development opportunities.

For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification.

If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please use the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email philosophy-dept@lse.ac.uk

The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 4 November (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.