Research Associate - (Assistant Director of the Centre for the Study of Governance and Society)

King's College London; London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Associate to lead the 'Market Economies and Green Ideals' grant project. This full-time role involves managing grant activities, preparing reports, and supporting events, while also allowing for independent academic research. Ideal candidates will hold a Ph.D. in social sciences or humanities and possess strong writing and teamwork skills. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to impactful research in governance and sustainable development.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in philosophy, politics, economics, or related fields.
• Experience in managing grants and research projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage grant administration and prepare reports.
• Support conferences and events related to the grant.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent writing skills

Independent research

Teamwork

Education

Ph.D. in social sciences

Ph.D. in humanities

Tools

Social media management

Grant administration

Job description

Research Associate - (Assistant Director of the Centre for the Study of Governance and Society)

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About the Role

The position involves acting as project manager for the “Market Economies and Green Ideals” grant and serving as assistant director of the Centre for the Study of Governance and Society (CSGS). Responsibilities include managing grant administration, preparing reports, handling social media, supporting conferences and events, and evaluating research under the grant. The role also encourages independent academic research. A Ph.D. in philosophy, politics, economics, or related social sciences or humanities is required. The Assistant Director reports to the Co-Principal Investigator, Roberto Fumagalli, and the Principal Investigator and CSGS Director, Mark Pennington.

Contract Details

This is a full-time, fixed-term position from 1st September 2025 to 31st May 2028.

Candidate Profile

Essential criteria include a Ph.D. in social sciences or humanities, ability to work in small teams, being detail-oriented, excellent writing skills, and experience in independent research. Desirable criteria include grant experience, administrative skills, social media management, and research interests in governance and sustainable development.

Application Process

Applicants should submit a CV and a supporting statement addressing the essential criteria. The role offers a salary of £44,355 to £51,735 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance. Interviews are scheduled for May, and sponsorship is available for non-UK candidates.