[Commlist] Postdoctoral Researcher in Media, Culture and Communication (Part-Time) (Fixed-Term)

The Faculty of Media and Communication at Bournemouth University is 
seeking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic postdoctoral 
researcher to undertake a significant role in the delivery of 
high-quality outputs for the Research Excellence Framework and 
contribute to REF 2021 impact case studies for UOA34 (Communication, 
Cultural and Media Studies, Library and Information Management). Based 
in the Faculty of Media and Communication, this is an excellent 
opportunity for a competent researcher to join our research teams and 
collaborate with us in projects across areas of specialism and strength 
in Media, Culture and Communication.

You will plan, develop and engage in high-quality research projects by 
embedding your research expertise into the life of the Faculty. You will 
review our body of research to identify opportunities for academic 
publishing, the dissemination of research findings, the development of 
societal impact and future research funding. You will then work with 
staff in our Research Centres to produce high-quality peer reviewed 
outputs for publication and support the development of impact case 
studies. You will undertake internal peer review of draft outputs for 
academic colleagues and provide input and advice for publications and 
impact case studies. You will also contribute to drafting, writing, and 
editing impact case studies as needed, in collaboration with the case 
study author. You will assist with public engagement and outreach 
activity, and collecting evidence of impact, as applicable. You will 
contribute to Bournemouth University’s reputation as a leading centre 
for research in media, culture and communication.

You will have demonstrable research experience in one or more of the 
following: cultural studies, media production, media policy, journalism, 
political communication, or promotional communications. You will need to 
be self-motivated and able to work using your own initiative as well as 
in a team. You will need highly developed communication skills and be 
able to work under pressure.

The post is available on a 12-month fixed term contract basis.

This post is available part-time for 0.5FTE.

Starting salary from £29,515 - £34,189 per annum (pro-rata) with further 
progression opportunities to £37,345

For more details about the post, please visit 
https://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/postdoctoral-researcher-media-culture-communication-part-time-fixed-term

For an informal discussion contact Dr Dan Jackson, email: 
(jacksond /at/ bournemouth.ac.uk) <mailto:(jacksond /at/ bournemouth.ac.uk)>.

A detailed job description and person specification are available from 
our website together with an online application form.  Alternatively, 
please telephone 01202 961133 (24 hour answerphone) quoting the 
appropriate reference FMC175.

BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment.  We seek 
a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff 
from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, 
advancing knowledge and enriching society.  To support and enable our 
staff to achieve a balance between work and their personal lives, we 
will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

Closing Date: (Midnight) 18 July 2019


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