Physical And Environmental Geography Research Group Administrative And Comms Support

Job Description

We are looking to recruit a PGR student to provide Administrative & Comms Support for the Physical & Environmental Geography Research Group for the 2024-25 academic year. 

Please note: applicants for this post must be a current member of the P&EG research group.

 

You will work closely with the P&EG convenor, Daniel Schillereff. Core responsibilities will include:

  • Being an active member of the P&EG Research Group
  • Collate material, compose and circulate a monthly newsletter for the research group
  • Support event organisation, including regular informal seminars, writing sessions and social events
  • Lead the organisation of the annual P&EG PhD Symposium (usually in May)
  • Manage the email list
  • Act as an information conduit for the research group?s PGR community
  • Identify ideas for on-site or off-site events to enhance the research group?s profile, collaborative capabilities
  • Raise awareness of the group and its activities, especially with new students

 

Pay for the role will total ?500, which is equivalent to ~17 hours. Interviews will take place in late October, with a start date as soon as practicable. The role will finish in June 2025.



Qualifications

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Skills

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Qualifications

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Skills

Extensive knowledge of UK and EU copyright law.

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Qualifications

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Skills

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Qualifications

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Skills

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