Organizer Information
The Ax:son Johnson Centre for the Study of Classical Architecture (CSCA) is a research centre within the Faculty of Architecture and History of Art at the University of Cambridge, working in collaboration with the Faculty of Classics. Established in 2021, the Centre supports research and academic activity focused on classical architecture and related fields. Its programme brings together the Director, Deputy Director, Visiting Professors, Postdoctoral Research Associates and PhD students, alongside seminars, conferences, workshops and other academic activities. The Centre is seeking a part-time administrator to provide essential operational and financial support through September 2028.
Title & Description
CSCA Centre Administrator (Part-time, Fixed Term)
CSCA Centre Administrator (Part-time, Fixed Term) is a university-based arts and academic administration position supporting the day-to-day operation of the Centre for the Study of Classical Architecture. The successful candidate will coordinate administration, financial processes, events, communications and logistical arrangements, helping the Centre deliver its research and academic programme effectively.
This is a 0.6 FTE, fixed-term position funded until 30 September 2028. The role combines office-based administrative responsibilities with event support and occasional travel, including travel to Sweden during July to support the Centre's Summer School.
The Role Overview
- Role: Centre Administrator
- Employer: University of Cambridge
- Centre: Ax:son Johnson Centre for the Study of Classical Architecture
- Faculty: Faculty of Architecture and History of Art
- Contract: Part-time, 0.6 FTE, fixed term until 30 September 2028
- Salary: £31,236–£35,608 pro rata
- Reporting/working closely with: Centre Director, Professor Frank Salmon
- Reference: GB50733
- Published: 19 August 2026
Position & Tasks
The Centre Administrator will coordinate the efficient administration of the CSCA and work closely with the Director and other Centre members. Key responsibilities include:
- Managing the Centre's day-to-day administrative operations and acting as a principal contact for stakeholders.
- Supporting the preparation of reports through gathering, organising and analysing relevant data.
- Administering research-related finances, including expenses, invoices, purchase orders and purchasing requisitions.
- Maintaining accurate records of expenditure against research grants and Centre budgets.
- Checking financial statements and invoices in collaboration with the Departmental Finance Office.
- Maintaining spreadsheets and records of actual expenditure against relevant budget headings.
- Organising seminars, conferences, workshops, training sessions and other Centre events.
- Coordinating venues, travel, catering, external speakers and expense reimbursements.
- Providing practical and, where appropriate, technological support during in-person events.
- Working Fridays during term time and attending occasional one-off events.
- Travelling to Sweden in July to provide administrative and logistical support for the Centre's Summer School.
Categories
- Arts Administration
- Academic Administration
- Architecture
- Classical Architecture
- Research Administration
- Cultural Management
- Events Management.
Eligibility
The opportunity is open to applicants who meet the University's requirements for the position. The University of Cambridge actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. This is therefore primarily a UK-based employment opportunity rather than an international artistic open call.
Program Benefits
The successful candidate will receive a paid position within one of the UK's leading universities and gain professional experience in academic research administration, financial administration, cultural programming and events management. The role provides direct involvement with an internationally oriented research centre and exposure to scholars, visiting professors, researchers and postgraduate students. It also includes participation in the Centre's Summer School in Sweden.
Application Fee
None
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 6 September 2026
- Planned interviews: Week commencing 14 September 2026
- Contract end: 30 September 2028
- Summer School: July, including travel to Sweden
Location
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Additional Details
Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Frank Salmon. Questions regarding the application process should be addressed to the School's HR team. Applicants should review the University's full job information before applying.