Research Associate

Job title:

Research Associate

Company

Cardiff University

Job description

AdvertResearch Associate
School of Law and PoliticsWe are looking for an able and committed researcher to conduct research within Public International Law, with expertise in land boundary delimitation and demarcation, as well as maritime boundary delimitation. You will contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University, carrying out high-quality research that will support the development of the second edition of a Research Book on International Boundary Delimitation and Demarcation under a funded project. This will include developing databases of primary and secondary sources, supporting the production and dissemination of project output, and assisting with the organisation of workshops/meetings comprising different academic and non-academic stakeholders. You should also have excellent analytical, communication and IT skills. You will also be expected to organise your own time and work, to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.You will be expected to pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same. Relevant practice experience in Public International Law, especially regarding land and maritime boundary delimitation would be desirable. You will be expected to also play an active role in the Cardiff University School of Law & Politics Centre for International Law and Multilateralism (CILM).This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and fixed term for 12 months, with the appointment to commence on the 1 January 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter.Candidates wishing to have an informal discussion in advance of submitting an application should contact Professor Edwin Egede at EgedeE@cardiff.ac.ukSalary: £40,247 – £45,163 per annum (Grade 6)
Please note that we do not anticipate appointing above spine point 32 (£40,247 per annum).Closing date: Sunday, 24 November 2024This post has previously been advertised to employees of Cardiff University only. We now invite external applications.Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. We especially welcome and encourage applications from those from under-represented groups within the University workforce, such as those who identify as LGBT + BAME or those with disabilities. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at: Responsible research assessment – Research – Cardiff UniversityJob DescriptionMain functionTo conduct research within Public International Law, with particular expertise in land boundary delimitation and demarcation, as well as maritime boundary delimitation and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University, carrying out research leading to the publishing of high-quality research. To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same.Research

• To conduct research within Public International Law, with particular expertise in land boundary delimitation and demarcation, as well as maritime boundary delimitation and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students.
• To conduct research to locate relevant research materials; design and develop research materials; generate questionnaires and conduct interviews; analyze research data; and produce research reports to realize the development of the second edition of a Research Book on International Boundary Delimitation and Demarcation.
• To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals
• To attend and or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required
• To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of the project and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate
• To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field
• To participate in School research activities.
• To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions, explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects

Other

• To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School’s profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile.
• To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.
• To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world
• Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role

Person SpecificationThe Person Specification is split into 2 sections: essential and desirable. Please demonstrate clearly how you meet all of the essential criteria. Where possible you should give examples of how, when and where you have used your experience, knowledge, specific skills and abilities to match those required for this particular job role.Please ensure that you communicate this fully by creating a supporting statement document, listing all of the criteria and commenting against each one as to how you meet them. This will need to be completed before you begin making your application on line as you will be required to upload it. When uploading the supporting statement the document title needs to read “supporting statement and should also detail the post reference number ending in BR” (relevant to the job you are applying for). The desirable section contains a list of skills, qualifications and experience that it would be beneficial for the jobholder to have.All shortlisting decisions will be based initially on essential criteria, with desirable being used to further select or deselect candidates as appropriate. We interview those candidates who are the closest match to the identified criteria.Essential CriteriaQualifications and Education
1. Postgraduate degree at PhD level in Public International Law with specialism in land boundary delimitation and demarcation, as well as maritime boundary delimitation or a related subject area or equivalentKnowledge, Skills and Experience
2. An established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within the following research fields:
i. Public International Law
ii. Land boundary delimitation and demarcation
iii. Maritime boundary delimitation
3. Knowledge of current status of research in specialist field
4. Proven ability to publish in national/international journals / national/international conferences and/or other research outputs (delete where appropriate and relevant for subject discipline)
5. Knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodiesCommunication and Team Working
6. Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication
7. Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individualsOther
8. Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work
9. Proven ability to work without close supervisionDesirable Criteria10. Relevant practice experience in Public International Law, especially with regard to land and maritime boundary delimitation
11. Evidence of collaborations with governments of States, industry and International Organisations
12. Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
13. Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the research activities of the School.

Expected salary

£40247 – 45163 per year

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 23:34:41 GMT

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