University of St Andrews 
St Andrews, United Kingdom Offer Summary
The University of St Andrews seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow for the ERC-funded project 'Zoonosis Before Bacteriology,' led by Professor Christos Lynteris. This four-year position, starting October 1, 2027, focuses on the history of scientific and governmental approaches to anthrax as a zoonotic disease between 1770 and 1870, with emphasis on Europe and the French Empire. The role requires a PhD in history or anthropology, preferably with expertise in medical history, colonial studies, or animal studies. The salary ranges from £38,784 to £46,049 per annum. Benefits include relocation support, a generous pension contribution, hybrid working options, extensive leave, and various staff discounts. Applications are encouraged from diverse backgrounds, with a closing date of January 14, 2027.
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Project Description
Applications are sought for a committed Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work with Professor Christos Lynteris conducting research for a European Research Council funded project entitled Zoonosis Before Bacteriology. The primary duties will be to examine the history of scientific and governmental approaches to anthrax as a zoonotic disease between 1770 and 1870 with a particular focus on Europe and the French Empire, particularly Saint-Domingue (Haiti) and other French colonies in the Caribbean.
The successful applicant will have (or be near to completion of) a PhD in history or anthropology. Applications are encouraged with regard to medical history, medical anthropology, colonial history, and animal studies. Applicants who can demonstrate experience in a) medical historical or anthropological research on non-human animals or on infectious diseases or b) historical or anthropological research on medical epistemologies, are encouraged to apply regardless of regional research experience.
The post is available for 48 months starting October 1, 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Christos Lynteris (cl12@st-andrews.ac.uk)
St Andrews offers more than just a place to work it is a place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we are committed to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at their best.
In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews. The package for the Research Fellow (Anthrax – Occupational Zoonosis) includes:
- Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility)
- Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution of 14.5%
- A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance
- Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
- Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
- Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
- 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.
At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter.
We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people
Closing Date: 14 January 2027 Interview Date: 08 February 2027
Please quote ref: AR3358LS
Job Description: AR3358LSFPs.pdf
School of Philosophical, Anthropological and Film Studies
Salary: £38,784 - £46,049 per annum
Start Date: 01 October 2027
Fixed Term for 4 Years