Research Fellow in Historical Spatial Mapping

Job title:

Research Fellow in Historical Spatial Mapping

Company

University College London

Job description

About us We are the Space Syntax Lab, within The Bartlett School of Architecture (BSA). The BSA is a world-leading place to study, teach and research architecture. It is a key part of UCL, a top-world-ranking university, where architecture has been taught for over 175 years. With over 400 permanent staff, across two state-of-the-art London sites, the school enjoys a rich reputation for cultivating innovative ideas in architecture and is currently the top architecture school by the Architects’ Journal AJ100 for the 17th consecutive year. For further information about the department, please visit www.bartlett.ucl.ac.uk/architectureAbout the role We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Fellow based in London to co-produce social and spatial understandings of what makes a healthy place, how places change over time, and to develop ways of assessing these at scale. The work includes creating detailed maps of what makes a healthy place to guide other aspects of the research programme including analyses, development and evaluation of place interventions, and longer-term modelling of the impact of places on health and equalities.This role is part of a 4-year UKRI funded project within the Population Health Improvement network of clusters (PHI UK), studying Healthy Urban Places in the north of the UK. The post holder will work collaboratively as part of a wider team in London, Bradford, Liverpool, and York. It will also involve coordination with team members working with local communities in Bradford and Liverpool to develop and map a range of empirical qualitative and quantitative data on land use, urban form, and pictorial, film, and textual records for a selection of areas across the two cities and three historical epochs.See more details in the Job Description and Person Specification documents.This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.About you The postholder will have a PhD (or equivalent experience) in Space Syntax, quantitative human geography, HGIS, Geographic Data Science, or a related spatial discipline, preferably with a focus on health. They will also understand the challenges in using GIS to manage and process contemporary and historical maps. A knowledge of GIS (ideally QGIS), as well as experience with spatial data analysis are essential. We expect candidates to have knowledge of space syntax theories related to people and place, excellent communication skills, and experience or working in an interdisciplinary research team. Knowledge of the public health context of the UK, and a deep understanding of the socio-economic and cultural specificities of Northern England are also vital.

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In the event we receive a number of applications, we may close the vacancy early before the published closing date. As a minimum we will keep all adverts open for 2 weeks. Early application submission is therefore recommended.What we offer As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion The Bartlett’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy aims to increase the ethnic diversity of its staff; in particular, to increase the numbers of Black, and Minority Ethnic applicants throughout the recruitment process. Under S.159 of the Equality Act 2010, Black and Minority Ethnic applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be automatically granted an interview in line with UCL positive action and inclusive recruitment practices.Our Faculty holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality.Available documents

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Location

North West London

Job date

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 03:46:22 GMT

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