University of Cambridge
Administrator (Full-time, Fixed Term)
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Applications are invited for an organised and experienced administrator for the Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS). This role will be split 50/50 covering two operational needs.
Centre for Gender Studies
The Centre for Gender Studies requires an administrator to assist the Centre Coordinator in providing administrative support in various aspects of the organisation and running of the Centre including course administration, centre communications and databases.
Department of Politics and International Studies
The Department of Politics and International Studies requires the administrator to support events for the wider Department including events administration and communications and other general department administration.
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Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.
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Closing date for applications: Sunday 16 August 2026 [midnight 23.59 GMT].
Interviews: The interviews are expected to take place on either 2nd or 3rd September 2026 in person.
Informal queries: Any informal queries regarding the role please contact Centre Coordinator Joanna Bush jsb75@cam.ac.uk or the Business Operations Manager bom@polis.cam.ac.uk
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Application process queries: If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact: hr@hsps.cam.ac.uk
Reference: Please quote reference UE50614 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
Eligibility to work in the UK: The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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