Research Fellow, Social Sciences
- Employer
- Global Academy Jobs
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Closing date
- May 3, 2017
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- Sector
- Science, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Political Science, Sociology
- Hours
- Full Time
- Organization Type
- University and College
- Jobseeker Type
- Academic (e.g. 'Lecturer')
Job Details
Job Purpose
The role of the post holders will be to work on a study of the development of the voluntary sector in post-war Britain in four selected communities (Bethnal Green, Birmingham, Bolton and Burnley). This project is funded by the Leverhulme Trust and the post holders will undertake research under the supervision and guidance of TSRC’s Director, Professor John Mohan.
On this project the researchers will be working on archival data from voluntary organisations and public sector agencies, and on interviews with participants in and employees of those organisations, to develop an understanding of organisational development, survival, adaptation and closure. We welcome applicants from a range of disciplinary backgrounds, such as economic and social history, politics, social policy, sociology, or human geography.
The post holders will be expected to work closely with other colleagues in TSRC at Birmingham, including postgraduate students, engaged on related projects.
The posts are based in Birmingham and attendance in the workplace is required when not conducting primary fieldwork away from the city. However, consideration will be given to candidates resident in locations convenient to fieldwork sites, subject to demonstration of ability to deliver on the project aims while working remotely.
Person Specification
• First degree in social science, or a related subject, with a strong qualitative component; relevant backgrounds would include social policy, economic and social history, politics, sociology or human geography
• PhD in relevant discipline (candidates who are close to completion will be considered);
• Demonstrable experience of qualitative research using archival sources
• Demonstrable expertise of interviews and / or focus group techniques
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of research team
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly to a range of audiences
• Ability to contribute to the planning and delivery of research programmes and/or specific research projects
• Ability to travel and spend extended periods of time conducting primary research in the selected communities.
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