Job Description

School of Social and Political Sciences

This post is full time and fixed term until 17 October 2026.

We have an opportunity for a Research Associate to develop research, knowledge exchange and impact activities in the field of place-based work. The role will complement the activities of the Arts and Humanities Research Council\'s Place-based Research Programme. This Programme works with partners from across the United Kingdom to develop a programme around new and existing investments; to demonstrate the effectiveness of arts and humanities research for addressing the needs of different locales, and to help to make the case for further investment. Here is a link to the Place Programme: .

The role requires expert knowledge in the methods and approaches of the arts and humanities and how this can contribute to place-based policies and practices. Particular subject expertise includes a theoretical/conceptual knowledge of place and a detailed awareness of various place-based policies and practices across the four nations of the United Kingdom and internationally.

Informal enquiries about the role are welcomed, and should be addressed to Professor Rebecca Madgin:

For more information and to apply online click \'Apply\' above.

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 .

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

\xc2\xa338,474 to \xc2\xa343,155 per annum (Grade 7)

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