Post-Doctoral Research Fellow opportunity

Performing the Jewish Archive seeks a full-time Post-Doctoral Research Fellow to work with the research team for the 40-month duration of the project.

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You will possess a PhD in Music (or a subject area relevant to the project) or an equivalent level of research experience.  You will also have expertise in areas related to: Jewish music, theatre and literature; archival studies and/or Holocaust studies. Experience of both archival and ethnographic research methodologies (interviews, transcriptions, observations, etc) is desirable, as is experience in organising and participating in public performances. Excellent interpersonal and team-working skills, and the ability to work with colleagues from academic institutions and non-academic organisations, are essential, as is the ability to work independently, under pressure and to deadlines. Good communication and writing skills are essential and experience of conference organisation and public-engagement activities is desirable. Fluency in one or more of the following languages would be an advantage: German; Czech; Polish; Hebrew and Yiddish.