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AHRC-funded Collaborative PhD Studentship with the University of Exeter and BT Archives, 2016

The Cultures of Radio Research in India, circa. 1890-1947

Closing date for applications: 29 April 2016

Applications are invited for an AHRC-funded Collaborative PhD Studentship with the University of Exeter and BT Archives to research and study the history of wireless and radio research in India from the late nineteenth century to independence.

The successful applicant will be spending a considerable amount of time in BT Archives where they will be studying some of the collection’s underexplored and uncatalogued materials and gaining experience of professional archive management and public engagement activities associated with BT Archives and the Science Museum. They will also be expected to present aspects of their research in workshops, seminars and conferences organised by the University of Exeter and by BT Archives.

We invite applications from candidates with a strong academic background in modern history, preferably the history of modern science and/or technology. Successful applicants should normally have a good first degree (at least 2.1, or international equivalent) in a relevant field of humanities, and have obtained, or are currently working towards a Masters degree at Merit level, or international equivalent, in modern history, preferably the history of modern science and/or technology. If English is not your native language, you will also need to satisfy the English language entry requirements of the University of Exeter.

You will need to complete an online web form and upload a full CV, a covering letter outlining your academic interests, any prior research experience and your reasons for wishing to undertake this research project, a sample of recent work, details of two referees and, if relevant, proof of English language proficiency, by 29 April 2016.

For further details and how to apply for this opportunity please see http://www.exeter.ac.uk/studying/funding/award/?id=2152

For further information on this research programme please see http://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/about-us/collections-and-research/activities-and-projects/research-public-history/collaborative-doctoral-awards