Research Associate, Welsh Election Study

Job title:

Research Associate, Welsh Election Study

Company

Cardiff University

Job description

School / DirectorateSchool of Law and PoliticsAdvertThis post is currently open to employees of Cardiff University only. Please do not apply if you do not have a current contract of employment with the University.Research Associate, Welsh Election Study – Internal Applicants OnlyWales Governance CentreWe are looking for a bright, engaged researcher to join the Welsh Election Study team at Cardiff University’s Wales Governance Centre to contribute to the production of high-quality academic publications as well as the dissemination of research findings to wider, non-academic audiences.This is a full time position (35 hours per week), for a fixed period of 12 months and is available immediately.We welcome all applications, although we particularly welcome applications from female and black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Centre at this level.Salary: £39,347 – £44,263 per annum (Grade 6)
Appointments to roles at Cardiff University are usually made at bottom of scale unless in exceptional circumstances.Closing date: 7 July 2024External applications are currently not being considered for this post. If the decision is made to open the post to external candidates, the strapline at the top will be removed and you will be given ample time to apply – please check back periodically for details.Please be aware that Cardiff University reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.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 who have the ambition to create a University which seeks to fulfil our social, cultural and economic obligation to Cardiff, Wales, and the world. 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:Post Reference Number18772BRJob DescriptionMain Function
To conduct research within the Welsh Election Study team 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.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesResearch

• To conduct research within the Welsh Election Study team 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 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.

Salary Range Max.44,263GradeGrade 6Salary Range Min.39,347Job CategoryAcademic – ResearchAdditional InformationWales Governance CentreThe Welsh Election Study is part of the Wales Governance Centre, a research centre located in Cardiff University’s School of Law and Politics undertaking innovative research into all aspects of the law, politics, government, and political economy of Wales, as well as the wider UK and European contexts of territorial governance. A key objective of the Centre is to facilitate and encourage informed public debate of key developments in Welsh governance not only through its research, but also through events and postgraduate teaching.For an overview of the Centre’s activities see:Career PathwayResearchPerson SpecificationIt is the University’s policy to use the person specification as a key tool for short-listing and we only invite candidates to interview who clearly evidence that they meet (or partially meet) each of the essential criteria. During the application process you will be asked to attach a supporting statement. This statement must outline how you meet the criteria below and we recommended formatting this by using each criteria as a sub-heading and providing your relevant experience/evidence below each sub-heading.It is crucial that you save your supporting statement with the vacancy number (eg. 18772BR) in the filename as failure to do so may result in it being omitted from your application.ESSENTIAL CRITERIAQualifications and Education
1. Postgraduate degree at PhD level (or nearing completion / submission) in a related subject area or relevant industrial experience.Knowledge, Skills and Experience
2. An established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within the following research fields:

• Voting behaviour
• Political sociology

3. Proven ability to publish in national/international journals and/or other research outputs.4. Knowledge of quantitative research methods and relevant experience with advanced proficiency in using statistical tools/software packages including R and/or Stata.5. Knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodies.Communication and Team Working
6. Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication to diverse audiences.7. Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals.Other
8. Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work.9. Proven ability to work without close supervision.

Expected salary

£39347 – 44263 per year

Location

Wales

Job date

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 00:31:34 GMT

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