Postdoctoral Research Associate, Academic Freedom - Strand, London, WC2R 2LS

TieTalent; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Postdoctoral Research Associate to join their innovative Global Observatory on Academic Freedom project. This full-time role will involve conducting impactful research and collaborating with academic communities to enhance global practices of academic freedom. You will contribute to developing vital research outputs and guidelines, making a significant difference in the field of education research. If you hold a relevant doctoral degree and are eager to engage with stakeholders, this opportunity offers a unique chance to influence the future of academic freedom.

Qualifications

• Relevant doctoral degree in education research or related fields.
• Experience focusing on academic freedom or similar areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on academic freedom within the GOAF project.
• Engage with academic communities and stakeholders.

Skills

Education Research

Academic Freedom

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Doctoral Degree

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Academic Freedom - Strand, London, WC2R 2LS

The School of Education, Communication & Society (ECS) at King’s College London invites applications for a ten-month Postdoctoral Research Fellowship within the Global Observatory on Academic Freedom project (GOAF).

About us

The ECS has been a leader in teacher education and education research for over 130 years, specializing in science and mathematics education; language, culture, and communication; and public policy.

About the role

This full-time, fixed-term position is based at our Waterloo campus. GOAF, launched in 2020, studies contemporary understandings and practices of academic freedom across various jurisdictions and institutions. The goal is to develop conceptual frameworks and practical guidelines to enhance academic freedom globally, engaging with academic communities and stakeholders to reimagine and strengthen effective practices.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting research related to academic freedom within the GOAF project.
• Engaging with academic communities and stakeholders.
• Contributing to the development of research outputs and guidelines.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a relevant doctoral degree and experience in education research, with a focus on academic freedom or related areas.

Additional details

• Location: London, England
• Languages: English
• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Technology, Information and Internet