University of Bristol
Research Associate in Fan Cultures
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The role
Join an exciting AHRC-funded research project exploring classical music listening and everyday life.
We are seeking a research associate to join the AHRC-funded project Popular Classics: Western Art Music and the Everyday Listener. Working closely with the Principal Investigator and external project partners, you will contribute to research into historical practices of listening and classical music fandom.
What will you be doing?
You’ll work closely with the Principal Investigator to develop digital approaches to analysing Leonard Bernstein’s fan mail, contribute to research outputs and organize a two-day workshop. You’ll also help to communicate the project’s findings beyond academia, including working with external partners on the second series of the podcast Dear Maestro and identifying new audiences for several classical music films. Alongside this, you’ll manage your own project activities and support the effective delivery of the research project.
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You’re curious, enjoy a challenge and excited by the opportunity to explore new approaches to historical research. You’ll be confident communicating with different audiences, organised in your approach to managing your work, and keen to develop your research and professional skills. If you’re excited by the project and can see yourself growing into the role, we’d encourage you to apply — you don’t need to meet every criterion to be a great fit.
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- Contract type: Fixed term until 23/09/2026
- Work pattern: 28 hours/week
- Grade: I
- Salary: £39,906 - £44,746 per annum pro rata
- School/Unit: School of Arts
- Shift pattern: Exact working hours to be decided upon appointment
This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on 7th October 2026
For informal queries please contact: Kate Guthrie – kate.guthrie@bristol.ac.uk
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