Please note that this vacancy is only open to current University of Glasgow employees.

Job Purpose

You will contribute to the research project Towards the University of the Future working with Dr Lisa Bradley (School of Education, College of Social Science, and Advanced Research Centre). The project explores how universities can evolve their institutional architectures, research cultures, and collaborative infrastructures to better enable, scale, and sustain interdisciplinary and futures-facing research. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Perform the following activities in conjunction with and under the guidance of the Principal Investigator, Dr Lisa Bradley:

1.           Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables.

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

3.           Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of the project, including contributing to publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed publications, enhancing the research impact, 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, where appropriate.

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 meetings and workshops across the research project and wider community.

7.           Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the project, including supporting the preparation of an ethics application and data management plan.

8.           Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in related fields.

9.           Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.

10.        Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Principal Investigator.

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

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Knowledge & Qualifications

Essential

A1 SCQF Level 10 (Honours degree) in education, interdisciplinary studies, social sciences, organisational studies, science and technology studies, or related discipline.

A2 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of interdisciplinary studies and/or higher education practice, policy, strategy, or organisation.

A3 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the wider subject area or subject specialism.

Desirable

B1 An awarded (or near completed) PhD in education, social sciences, interdisciplinary studies, organisational studies, science and technology studies, or related discipline.

Skills 

Essential

C1 Understanding of interdisciplinary research and/or higher education practice and policy.

C2 Research creativity and cross-discipline collaborative ability as appropriate.

C3 Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including public presentations and ability to communicate complex data/concepts clearly and concisely.

C4 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approach.

C5 Appropriate project and time management skills.

C6 IT and data analysis skills as appropriate.

C7 Self-motivation, initiative and independent working.

C8 Problem solving skills including a flexible and pragmatic approach.

Experience

Essential

E1 Sufficient relevant research experience (or equivalent) appropriate to an early career researcher.

E2 Experience of conducting research in higher education, organisational, or interdisciplinary contexts.

E3 Experience of academic writing for publication.

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

E5 Evidence of an emerging track record of high-quality research publications in a relevant field.

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 until 31st July 2028.

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.

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