Research Associate

Job title:

Research Associate

Company

University of Glasgow

Job description

Job PurposeTo make a leading contribution to the ESRC-funded URBAN RETROFIT UK research project at the UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence (CaCHE) and Place and Built Environment subject group within the Division of Urban Studies and Social Policy.The Division of Urban Studies and Social Policy is a leading centre for innovative, interdisciplinary and impactful urban research on pressing global challenges. CaCHE is a UK-wide collaboration and a leading independent centre for the production, analysis and dissemination of research related to housing and place. Its administrative hub is at the University of Glasgow in the Division of Urban Studies and Social Policy.URBAN RETROFIT UK is a three-year UK-wide project focusing on repairing existing places by adapting urban form to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions, protect the environment and support sustainable lifestyles, including via infrastructure programmes such as separated bike lanes, planning policies that encourage high-densities, and community-based projects like urban greening. It is the headline project of CaCHE’s ‘Place’ theme and has a particular focus on ‘scaling up’ urban retrofitting through planning and development systems.The position requires expertise in either urban planning, property development or human geography. It would be desirable for the candidate to have specialist knowledge of policymaking for urban sustainability and experience conducting research with community-based partners.The successful candidate will be a key member of the URBAN RETROFIT UK team supporting the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigators in the delivery of a complex, multi-city programme of research. They will be directly involved in data collection, analysis and the production of research outputs, and will also support knowledge co-production and dissemination with planning, property and community stakeholders.The position is based at the University of Glasgow, however, the successful candidate will also work with co-investigators at other UK universities that are part of the ESRC project team, including the University of Sheffield, Cardiff University, University of the West of England and Ulster University. A parallel Research Associate position is being advertised at the University of Sheffield and we urge interested candidates to apply for both roles.Main Duties and Responsibilities:Perform the following activities in conjunction with the Principal Investigator (PI) of URBAN RETROFIT UK as appropriate:1. Take a leading role in the planning and conduct of assigned research in accordance with the project objectives.2. Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project and subject area, and develop/implement a suitable research strategy.3. Conduct primary research to support the project, and undertake analysis and interpretation of all data, maintain records and databases, and draft progress reports and papers as appropriate.4. Write up research findings/outcomes for publication in leading academic journals, trade journals and the media for disseminations as appropriate.5. Establish and maintain a personal research profile and reputation and that of the Centre/School/College/University through a sustained track record of independent and joint publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed journals, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, gathering indicators of esteem and identifying opportunities for knowledge exchange.6. Present work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance the research profile of the School/College/University.7. Take a leading role in developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across the project and in the broader School/College/University and wider community (e.g. URBAN RETROFIT UK project partners).8. Take a leading role in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops and School research group activities to enhance the wider knowledge, outputs and culture of the School/College/University.9. Take a leading role in the identification of potential funding sources for continuing research and assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies.10. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the project and School, including budgets/expenditure.11. Contribute to elements of teaching within a clear and established programme and carry out associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with the PI.12. Engage in personal, professional and career development, to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with desired career trajectory.13. Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the Head of School and/or PI.14. To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan – Inspiring People – Changing the World.http://www.gla.ac.uk/about/strategy/people/Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:Knowledge/QualificationsEssential:A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) or equivalent in professional qualifications and experience with evidence of personal development in similar role.A2 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge in areas relevant to the field of research, particularly urban planning, human geography and property development.A3 Sufficient breadth and/or depth of knowledge of urban planning and property development practice and social science research methods and techniques including semi-structured interviews, focus groups and archival research.Desirable:B1 Knowledge of project-specific data sourcesB2 Knowledge of specialist IT software as appropriateSkillsEssential:C1 Ability to analyse and organise resources in order to manage time and workload effectively.C2 Research creativity and strong cross-discipline collaborative ability as appropriate.C3 Ability to communicate material of a specialist or highly technical nature and to be effective both orally and in writing at a level appropriate to the activity, including public presentations.C4 Ability to apply policy, practice and procedures including broader University/sector external (e.g. commercial) awareness.C5 Proven initiative and judgement to resolve problems independently and/or as part of a team.C6 Good leadership skills including demonstrable supervisory skills as appropriate.C7 Willingness to travel to work in the UK/Europe and elsewhere as required by the projectExperienceEssential:E1 Sufficient depth of relevant research experience normally including sufficient postdoctoral experience in a related fieldE2 Experience of planning and progressing work activities within professional guidelines or organisational policy, applying initiative and independent judgement.E3 A track record of presentation and publication of research results in quality journals and/ or at conferences.E4 Experience of independence as illustrated by identification of project objectives from assessment of literature, design and analysis of research data and drafting of papers.Desirable:F1 An emerging national or international reputation in research.Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor James White, JamesT.White@glasgow.ac.uk.Terms and ConditionsSalary will be Grade 7, £39,347 – £44,263 per annum.This post is full time and fixed term until 30 November 2027.As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.As a valued member of our team, you can expect:1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension – pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.3 A flexible approach to working.4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.Vacancy Ref : 154131 Close Date : 30-Sep-2024 23:45

Expected salary

£39347 – 44263 per year

Location

Glasgow

Job date

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 22:57:32 GMT

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