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Early Career Scholar x3 (Fixed Term: 12 months)
The Department of Politics and International Studies at the University of Cambridge invites applications for 3 places on a new prestigious 12-month Early Career Scholar programme starting in September 2026. This programme is designed for early career researchers (who must have been awarded their PhD no more than one year prior to the start date for this programme*), and provides mentoring and training in teaching and research to enhance future career prospects. A full learning program will be designed for each scholar and will be discussed in full as part of induction and probation.
The programme is open to applicants with a proven specialist academic interest in one of the following:
- Middle East politics
- Comparative politics
- International relations
Early Career Scholars will be expected to build their research profile and to contribute to the teaching, supervising and examination of undergraduates and Masters students. Contribution to teaching may include course development and innovation. The Early Career Scholars will participate in the overall contribution to the Department where appropriate.
Closing date: 14 May 2026
For more information and to apply: https://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/55353/
University policy
- The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
- The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.