Part-Time Network Coordinator for UK/Ireland Research Network

Royal College of Art; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 7,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

The Royal College of Art (RCA) is seeking a proactive Network Coordinator to support an AHRC-funded initiative connecting Early Career Researchers and museum practitioners across the UK and Ireland. The role focuses on coordinating collaborative activities, logistics, and governance for a dynamic research network.

This part-time 0.2FTE, fixed-term post runs until 31 August 2027. Based in London with hybrid working options, you will liaise with project leads, mentors, and cultural partners to

Qualifications

• Organised and collaborative; able to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse stakeholders
• Experience coordinating projects in higher education, research, or cultural sectors is preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as the central point of contact for network event logistics
• Coordinate international travel for participants
• Maintain project plans and schedules
• Support funder reporting and governance processes
• Engage ECRs, mentors, and cultural sector partners to embed EDI across activities

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Digital literacy

Project coordination tools

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

The Royal College of Art (RCA) is seeking a proactive Network Coordinator to support an AHRC-funded initiative connecting Early Career Researchers and museum practitioners across the UK and Ireland. The role focuses on coordinating collaborative activities, logistics, and governance for a dynamic research network.

This part-time 0.2FTE, fixed-term post runs until 31 August 2027. Based in London with hybrid working options, you will liaise with project leads, mentors, and cultural partners to