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Generation to ReproductionWellcome Strategic Award in History of MedicineAs part of a 5-year Wellcome strategic award in the history of medicine on the theme 'Generation to Reproduction', the Department seeks to appoint to three positions, available from 1 October 2009:1. Events and Outreach Officer in History of Medicine (5 years, 0.6; &#163;26,391 - &#163;28,839 p.a. pro rata).The successful candidate will organize academic events, act as exhibition officer for &#8216;The Book of Generation&#8217;, handle general publicity and, above all, take the initiative in imaginatively expanding our outreach programme. S/he will play a crucial role in facilitating, coordinating and enhancing activities under the grant.2. Two-year Postdoctoral Research Associate in History of Reproductive Sciences (&#163;27,183 - &#163;28,839 p.a.)The successful candidate will pursue independent research within a sub-project on &#8216;Twentieth-century transformations: technologies, experiences and regulation&#8217;. Suitable topics include (but are not limited to) the involvements of the reproductive sciences in animal breeding, or previously neglected aspects of innovation in mid-twentieth century Britain and/or the United States. S/he will be encouraged to apply for follow-on funding. There will be opportunities for undergraduate and, if appropriate, postgraduate teaching.3. One-year Research Assistant in Modern Social and Medical History (&#163;23,449 - &#163;27,183).The successful candidate will work with Dr Simon Szreter in his investigation of the history of venereal diseases in Britain in relation to the fertility decline, 1860&#8211;1940. S/he will have the opportunity to develop his or her own research through an assisted application for a follow-on project.The closing date is 24 July and interviews will be in September.More information: &#60;http://www.hps.cam.ac.uk/generation/&#62;.