Department Teaching Administrator [Temporary Cover] Internal Secondment Opportunity

The University of Cambridge is one of the world's oldest universities and leading academic centres. If you're looking for a new challenge and would like excellent benefits, extensive learning opportunities and a stimulating working environment in return for your skills and contribution, there could be a job here for you.

The Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS), is seeking a Department Teaching Administrator for a 7-month period, starting as soon as possible, ideally by October 2026. This is an ideal secondment development opportunity. The position can be full time or as a 0.8 FTE opportunity.

The Department Teaching Administrator (DTA) is responsible for overseeing the administration of three postgraduate programmes (MSt in International Relations, MPhil in Politics and International Studies and PhD in Politics in International Studies) as well as the successful delivery of our undergraduate programme for the Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS).

Fixed-term: 7 months.

The post is offered to internal candidates only on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

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Please see the Further Particulars for full details of how to apply.

If you have any questions about this role, please contact the Business Operations Manager: [email protected]

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact [email protected]

The closing date for applications is 31 August 2026.

The interview date is expected to be 10 September 2026 and will be confirmed with shortlisted candidates.

Please quote reference UE50600 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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