Job Purpose

You will contribute to a ‘UK Devolved Elections 2026’ project working with CPP Director and Co-Director.  The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Perform the following activities in conjunction with and under the guidance of the CPP Director and Co-Director:

1.           Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.

2.           Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.

3.           Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of The University of Glasgow/School/Research Group, including contributing to publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed publications, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.

4.           Contribute to the presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research profile.

5.           Contribute to the identification of potential funding sources and to assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.

6.           Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team/ group/ meetings/ seminars/ workshops across the research Group/School/College/University and wider community.

7.           Contribute to 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.

8.           Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditure.

9.           Carry out modest Teaching activities (e.g. demonstrating etc) and associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with Principal Investigator.

10.        Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.

11.        Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.

12.        Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School/Director of Research Institute.

13.        Contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University Strategy.

Knowledge,Qualifications Skills and Experience

Knowledge & Qualifications

Essential

A1 SCQF Level 10 (Honours degree) in a social science subject or specialist theoretical or practical knowledge of Scottish elections, devolution or public policy.  Final year students with studied knowledge of Scottish elections, devolution or public policy will be considered.

A2 Research-based knowledge of Scottish devolution, public policy and/or elections.

Skills

Essential

C1 Proven qualitative and/or quantitative research methods skills.

C2 Excellent written communication skills, including proven ability to communicate complex data/concepts concisely to non-academic audiences.

C3 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approach.

Experience

Essential

E1 Sufficient relevant research experience.

E2 Proven ability take direction, work flexibly and to manage their time in response to competing pressures.

E3 Self-motivation, initiative and independent thought/working.

E4 Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient manner.

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 6, £33,951 - £37,694 per annum pro rata.

This post is part time (15 hours per week) and fixed term for up to 3 months (with an anticipated start date of early March 2026).

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.