Research Coordinator (Sociology MPhil/PhD Programme)
Support the Sociology Department’s research administration and PhD programme coordination at LSE.
Best for:Best for experienced administrative professionals with a background in higher education, seeking a structured role in research coordination and PhD programme support.
Overview
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) seeks a Research Coordinator to support the Department of Sociology’s research administration and the Sociology MPhil/PhD programme. This full-time, fixed-term role involves coordinating research activities, managing funding-related processes, administering academic visitor and research staffing procedures, and providing comprehensive administrative support for the MPhil/PhD programme, including admissions, programme delivery, student support, and event organisation. The successful candidate will work closely with the Department Research Manager, promoting a vibrant research culture while ensuring smooth operations for research assessments, seminars, and conferences. The role requires strong administrative skills, experience in higher education, and the ability to manage competing priorities with precision and professionalism.
What you'll do
- Coordinate research activities, strategic initiatives, and formal research assessment exercises within the Department of Sociology.
- Support funding-related activities, including grant applications and management.
- Administer academic visitor and research staffing processes, ensuring compliance and smooth operations.
- Provide comprehensive administrative support for the Sociology MPhil/PhD programme, including admissions, programme delivery, and student assessments.
- Manage communications, records, student support, events, and facilities related to the PhD programme.
- Liaise with the PhD Academy and other internal stakeholders to ensure seamless programme delivery.
- Promote a vibrant research culture and contribute to the successful organisation of seminars, conferences, and research events.
Requirements
Language: English; proficiency required for professional communication and documentation.
Instruction: English
- Proven experience in administrative roles within higher education or research environments.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills to handle competing priorities effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in managing administrative tasks.
- Proficiency in communicating professionally with staff, students, and external contacts.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, using initiative and following established procedures.
- No specific eligibility restrictions mentioned beyond professional experience.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-13T23:59:59 (Europe/London)
Applicants must submit their application through the LSE Jobs portal. Ensure you provide a CV, cover letter, and any other required documents as specified in the job description. For technical queries regarding the application system, use the contact links on the LSE Jobs page. For role-specific queries, email sociology.admin@lse.ac.uk.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Job description and person specification (referenced in the application instructions)
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