Research Assistant in International Trade (x2 Posts)

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic group at the University of Sussex as a Research Assistant in International Trade at the UK Trade Policy Observatory.

In June 2016, the University established the UK Trade Policy Observatory (UKTPO), which is an independent expert group of academics that initiates research, comments on and analyses trade policy proposals for the UK, and also offers training to British policy makers other interested parties through tailored training packages. We have a sizable team of specialists in international trade which includes researchers in economics, law, international business, and political economy.

The UKTPO, which is based in the Economics Department of the University of Sussex Business School, has a high profile in public debate and good contacts with branches of government dealing with Brexit and international trade.  It is recognised by the University as a Centre of Excellence that transcends disciplinary boundaries and engages in impactful research with international visibility.

The main work of the holder of this post will be to work with, and contribute to, the research of the UKTPO Fellows on a series of projects, often requiring the manipulation of data, the systematic searching of text and/or the interpretation of regulations, trade agreements and policy statements, contributing to the writing of blogs, Briefing Papers, research outputs and commissioned work. 

The successful candidate will have either an undergraduate or post-graduate degree in economics, an interest in, and preferably experience of, international trade and trade policy and should be keen to engage in trade related research.

Please contact Michael Gasiorek: [email protected] for informal enquiries.

The University is committed to equality and valuing diversity, and applications are particularly welcomed from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Economics in the UK.  

“Please note that this position may be subject to ATAS clearance if you require visa sponsorship.” 

Please submit a covering letter, your curriculum vitae and and optionally any research papers or outputs and please also arrange for three letters of reference to be submitted via EconJobMarket.org 

Candidates should also download and complete aPersonal details and equal opportunities form [DOC 110.00KB] and fill in all sections. 

Email your completed personal details and equal opportunities form to [email protected] .

You should attach your personal details and equal opportunities form to the email in PDF format (we are unable to accept applications as google.docs or .pages) and use the format job reference number / job title / your name in the subject line. 

You can also send your personal details and equal opportunities form by post to Human Resources Division, Sussex House, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton, BN1 9RH. 

Please note: The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed from the UK. 

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.