Research Associate – GALLANT

Job title:

Research Associate – GALLANT

Company

University of Glasgow

Job description

Job PurposeTo make a leading contribution to research on the measurement of sustainability at the urban scale.The post is based in the ESRC-funded Urban Big Data Centre (UBDC) , an internationally recognised centre of excellence in urban analytics and social data science. The research forms part of the NERC-funded GALLANT project ( Glasgow as a Living Lab Accelerating Novel Transformation ). In collaboration with Glasgow City Council, C40 Cities and the Doughnut Economics Action Lab, GALLANT has developed a framework to define a ‘thriving Glasgow’, balancing planetary boundaries with the social foundations for a good life. Working with Professor Nick Bailey and colleagues from across the University, this post will focus on the challenges of developing indicators to enable the tracking of Glasgow’s progress against this framework.The job requires expertise in data-intensive research methods and familiarity with the use of traditional and new forms of data to develop social and/or ecological indicators. An awareness of conceptual frameworks for measuring sustainability would be an advantage. Working in a large, multi-disciplinary team, you will play a leading role in the production of evidence for progress towards a thriving Glasgow, interacting with the diverse stakeholder groups involved in the GALLANT project. Through research publications, you will have the opportunity to contribute to international debates on the conceptualisation and measurement of sustainability as well as wider literatures such as those on social indicators and critical data studies.The post provides an outstanding opportunity to develop your research career as part of an internationally-leading centre for urban analytics and a member of a major partnership of researchers and city stakeholders. We will provide structured mentoring and support for career development to build your research skills and experience. You will benefit from formal and informal interactions with a diverse group of researchers at all career stages.Main Duties and Responsibilities:Perform the following activities in conjunction with the Principal Investigator (PI) as appropriate:1. Take a leading role in the planning and conduct of assigned research activities, taking responsibility for core elements as appropriate, in accordance with GALLANT objectives and Centre/School/College/University research strategy.2. Write up research findings/outcomes for publication in leading journals for disseminations as appropriate. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting progress reports and papers as appropriate.3. Establish and maintain a personal research profile and reputation, and enhance that of the Centre/School/College/University. Establish and sustain a 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.4. Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project and subject area, and develop/implement a suitable research strategy.5. Present work at national and international conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance the research profile of the Centre/School/College/University.6. Take a leading role in the identification of potential funding sources and assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies, planning and developing a line of research activities.7. Take a leading role in developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across the project and in the broader Centre/School/College/University and wider community (e.g. Academic and other collaborators/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 Centre/School/College/University.9. Take a leading role in the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.10. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the project, Centre 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 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. 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 ExperienceKnowledge/QualificationsEssentialA1 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 data-intensive research methods and the use of specialist data analytics software (R or Python) A3 Familiarity with social and/or ecological indicator development using traditional and/or new forms of dataDesirableB1 Familiarity with conceptual frameworks for measuring sustainability.SkillsEssentialC1 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.ExperienceEssentialE1 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.E5 Experience of engaging with and presenting to diverse audiences, including policy stakeholdersDesirableF1 An emerging national or international reputation in research.For informal enquiries please contact Professor Nick Bailey, Nick.Bailey@glasgow.ac.ukTerms and ConditionsSalary will be Grade 7, £40,247 – £45,163 per annum.This post is full time and fixed term up to 29 January 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 : 157641 Close Date : 18-Nov-2024 23:45

Expected salary

£40247 – 45163 per year

Location

Glasgow

Job date

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 23:50:29 GMT

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