Post-Doctoral Research Associate (Rural-Spatial-Justice)
We are seeking to appoint two Post-Doctoral Research Associates to work on the ‘Rural Discontent, Spatial Justice and Disruptive Politics in the 21st Century’ (Rural-Spatial-Justice) research project, led by Professor Michael Woods.
The project examines patterns and dynamics of rural support for disruptive political movements in liberal democracies, explores connections to sentiments of rural discontent and perceptions of spatial injustice, and investigates responses that address polarisation and promote social and spatial justice.
The post-holders will contribute to the research through the collection and analysis of qualitative data, including library, online and field research, involving interviews, ethnography, textual analysis and participatory methods.
Responsibilities
* Conduct literature reviews and collate information and findings from a range of peer-reviewed and grey literatures to inform methodological and conceptual development and data analysis.
* Undertake desk-based, online, library and archival research to collate information from a range of sources, including use of data-scraping technologies.
* Design, develop and deliver methodological strategies and undertake appropriate field research to collect qualitative data through techniques including interviews, focus groups, ethnography and participatory methods.
* Analyse qualitative data collected from primary and secondary sources using appropriate techniques to develop critical interpretations and arguments.
* Contribute to the dissemination of findings from the research, including through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, social media, podcasts, and engagement with non-academic audiences.
Requirements
* Appropriate academic training to an advanced postgraduate level in Human Geography, Politics, Sociology, or another relevant field, as indicated by a PhD (completed or close to completion).
* A record of research at a postgraduate or post-doctoral level on a topic relevant to themes of the project.
* Experience of conducting field-based research, utilising one or more of the techniques for qualitative data collection indicated in the job description.
* An appreciation and understanding of the academic context of the Rural-Spatial-Justice research and relevant key concepts.
Benefits
* Flexible working policy
* 36.5 – hour week for full-time roles
* Generous leave entitlements – 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and university closed days
* Commitment to Professional Development
* Enhanced contribution to our workplace pension schemes
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