Question 1

Is this Interim Director of CRASSH position open to external candidates?

Accepted Answer

No, this is an internal secondment opportunity exclusively for current University of Cambridge staff. It requires an 80% secondment from your existing post for 12 months. Check eligibility via your department. For similar executive higher ed jobs , explore executive positions .

Question 2

What are the application requirements for this CRASSH Director secondment ?

Accepted Answer

Upload your CV , a statement of interest , and a letter of support from your Head of Department/Faculty. Nominate two referees (one external to Cambridge) to email sahhhr@admin.cam.ac.uk by midnight BST 24 May 2026. Quote reference VM49386 . See resume templates for guidance.

Question 3

What is CRASSH and key responsibilities as Interim Director ?

Accepted Answer

CRASSH (Centre for Research in Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities) is a leading interdisciplinary research centre at the University of Cambridge, hosting major projects and 300+ events yearly. The Interim Director leads activities in arts, social sciences, and humanities during Professor Joanna Page's leave. Learn more about research jobs in similar centres.

Question 4

When does the CRASSH Interim Director role start and end?

Accepted Answer

The role covers from 1 October 2027 to 30 September 2028 (12 months or return of postholder, whichever earlier). It's a part-time 80% secondment . Interviews are week of 8 June 2026. For fixed-term academic roles , review research career advice .

Question 5

Who should I contact for Interim CRASSH Director enquiries?

Accepted Answer

For informal enquiries: Professor Caroline Vout ( cv103@cam.ac.uk , Chair of Management Committee) or Professor Joanna Page ( jep29@cam.ac.uk , current Director). Application process queries to Schools HR ( sahhr@admin.cam.ac.uk ). Explore University of Cambridge executive jobs for more opportunities.

Question 6

What qualifications are ideal for this University of Cambridge Director secondment ?

Accepted Answer

Ideal candidates have leadership experience in interdisciplinary studies across arts, social sciences, and humanities. As an internal role, current UTOs or equivalent in Cambridge are preferred. Review further particulars PDF for details. Tailor your academic CV using our free resume template .

Interim Director of CRASSH (Temporary Cover, Part Time) Internal Secondment Opportunity

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