Research Associate (Global Development Institute) (GDI)

Job reference: HUM-024598
Salary: £36,024 - £40,521 per annum (depending on experience)
Faculty/organisational unit: Humanities
Location: Manchester
Employment type: Fixed Term
Division/team: Global Development Institute
Hours per week: Full Time (1 FTE)
Closing date: 07/03/2024
Contract duration: 48 Months
School/directorate: School of Environment, Education & Development

Just Earth Observation for Conservation is a £2.5 million research project, funded by the UK’s Economic and Social Sciences Research Council (ESRC), focused on understanding the justice implications of the increased use of earth observation (EO) technologies such as satellites and drones in biodiversity conservation. Over the course of 5 years, JEO4C’s aim is to transform understanding of the conservation ‘datascape’ and co-develop strategies by which remote sensing can support conservation which is both ecologically impactful and socially just. The project will work intensively in four conservation landscapes in the UK, Spain, Guatemala, and Kenya, while developing recommendations to reshape global best practice on data-driven conservation.  

As part of JEO4C’s work, we are seeking to appoint a long-term (4 years, flexible start in early to mid 2024) post-doctoral research associate based in the Global Development Institute (GDI) at the University of Manchester. You will have a central role in shaping the direction and delivery of this project. You will collect and analyse qualitative interview and workshop data involving a wide range of actors, as well as developing skills in co-design methodologies. You will be supported and mentored to develop a strong publication profile in a rapid developing research area, as well as benefitting from international network-building and tailored professional development opportunities offered by JEO4C and the University of Manchester (e.g., PROSPER Postdoc Career Development Programme).  You will also benefit from being part of the supportive collaborative environment of multi-disciplinary researchers across diverse career stages within the Resources, Environment and Development research group in GDI.

The University of Manchester values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

To apply for this position, candidates should complete an application via the University of Manchester’s job portal. When applying please ensure that you include the following information: (1) Curriculum Vitae, (2) Cover Letter explaining your experience and suitability for the role linked to the essential and desirable characteristics above - paste the text of your cover letter into the free text box in the 'Additional Info' section of the application; a writing sample, such as a published or draft academic paper; and (4) Contact information for 3 professional references. References will only be contacted if applicants are invited for interview. We expect to conduct interviews for this position on Thursday 11 April 2024.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Dr. Rose Pritchard

Email: [email protected]

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date