Research Associate: Policing & Forensic Science Research

University of Staffordshire Business Engagement; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The School of Health, Education, Policing and Sciences at Staffordshire University is advertising a fixed-term post based at the Stoke Campus. The role offers a salary of £39,355 to £45,413 per year and runs until 15 March 2027, with closing date 15 October 2026.

We seek someone with strong research and analytical skills, experience in qualitative and/or quantitative methods, and excellent written and verbal communication, who can work across internal and external stakeholders and is interested

Qualifications

• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Experience of qualitative and/or quantitative research methods.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• An interest in policing, forensic science, criminal justice, health or related research fields.

Skills

Research skills

Qualitative methods

Quantitative methods

Written communication

Verbal communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Interest in policing/forensic science

Job description

The School of Health, Education, Policing and Sciences at Staffordshire University is advertising a fixed-term post based at the Stoke Campus. The role offers a salary of £39,355 to £45,413 per year and runs until 15 March 2027, with closing date 15 October 2026.

We seek someone with strong research and analytical skills, experience in qualitative and/or quantitative methods, and excellent written and verbal communication, who can work across internal and external stakeholders and is interested