Research Fellow - School of Government - 107128 - Grade 7
UoBBirmingham, England, United Kingdom
Posted March 24, 2026
36636 - 48022 GBP
Full Time
About the Company
The University of Birmingham is a world-leading university that is committed to proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community and is proud to hold Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident accreditations.
Job Description
The Research Fellow will support the project leads with both the research and the management component of the project. The role involves conducting reviews of the literature, drafting research papers and policy reports, conducting primary research, and collaborating with the project leads and other project partners.
Requirements
- PhD in political science, geography, international development, international relations, or a related area, or close to completion.
- A good record of punctuality.
- A record of producing high quality written material to deadlines.
- The capacity and interest to work on interdisciplinary and challenge-led research.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Ability to plan and work independently, taking responsibility for work in a proactive and independent manner.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines, pay careful attention to detail and be punctual.
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plan