The Transport Studies Unit (TSU) is seeking a motivated and proactive Research Assistant to contribute to a dynamic and expanding research programme.
As part of our team, you will play an integral role in supporting innovative research activities, assisting in literature reviews, quantitative data analysis (using R, Python, SPSS, Stata), GIS analysis (ArcGIS/QGIS), and contributing to the dissemination of findings through publications and conferences.
You will also support a range of knowledge exchange and impact activities targeting policymakers, industry, and other key stakeholders.
The post holder will support ongoing TSU research that is focused on one or more of the four themes: energy, climate and environment; health and wellbeing; everyday life and justice; and politics, power and governance. They will work on different projects and activities overseen by senior TSU colleagues using quantitative and/or GIScience approaches and methods.
What We Offer
An excellent contributory pension scheme
38 days annual leave
A comprehensive range of childcare services
Family leave schemes
Cycle loan scheme
Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans.
This is a full-time post that is externally funded for 24 months.
All applications must include a CV and Supporting Statement/Cover Letter.
The closing date for applications is
12.00 noon
(UK time) on
Tuesday 11 February 2025 . Only applications submitted by this time will be considered.
Interviews are likely to be held in the week of 24 February 2025.
£34,982 to £40,855 per annum - Grade 6
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As part of our team, you will play an integral role in supporting innovative research activities, assisting in literature reviews, quantitative data analysis (using R, Python, SPSS, Stata), GIS analysis (ArcGIS/QGIS), and contributing to the dissemination of findings through publications and conferences.
You will also support a range of knowledge exchange and impact activities targeting policymakers, industry, and other key stakeholders.
The post holder will support ongoing TSU research that is focused on one or more of the four themes: energy, climate and environment; health and wellbeing; everyday life and justice; and politics, power and governance. They will work on different projects and activities overseen by senior TSU colleagues using quantitative and/or GIScience approaches and methods.
What We Offer
An excellent contributory pension scheme
38 days annual leave
A comprehensive range of childcare services
Family leave schemes
Cycle loan scheme
Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans.
This is a full-time post that is externally funded for 24 months.
All applications must include a CV and Supporting Statement/Cover Letter.
The closing date for applications is
12.00 noon
(UK time) on
Tuesday 11 February 2025 . Only applications submitted by this time will be considered.
Interviews are likely to be held in the week of 24 February 2025.
£34,982 to £40,855 per annum - Grade 6
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