Research Fellow: AHRC Project ‘Strange Geographies: Spatial Imaginaries of Medieval Britain

The University of Southampton is seeking a post‑doctoral Research Fellow for 30 months (with a possibility of extension) to support the AHRC‑funded project Strange Geographies:
Spatial Imaginaries of Medieval Britain, c.1200‑1500, a collaboration between Southampton, Queen Mary University of London, the University of Cambridge, and a range of heritage and creative partners.

• Conduct library and archive‑based research into medieval manuscript resources across the British Isles and occasionally overseas;
• Perform desk‑based research, transcription, editing, and prepare materials for web publication under the direction of the project lead and co‑leads;
• Organise and participate in conference panels, workshops and public engagement activities;
• Publish academic outputs individually and in collaboration with the project lead and co‑leads.

• Completed a PhD in a relevant medieval subject;
• Good reading and transcription competence in medieval Latin;
• Demonstrable experience working with medieval manuscripts, particularly from the British Isles;
• Strong organisational skills and flexibility;
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members across multiple institutions.

Expected start date: 1 November 2026.

The University of Southampton is an equal‑opportunities employer and welcomes applications from Minority Ethnic candidates. We are a founding signatory of the Athena Swan gender equality charter and hold an institutional Silver award.

We provide a generous holiday allowance, additional university closure days and a flexible working approach.