Research Associate: Socio-Economic & Systems Modelling

RFCSR; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Glasgow invites applications for a Research Associate in Socio-Economic and Systems Modelling based in Glasgow, UK. This fixed-term, full-time role supports interdisciplinary research that blends quantitative modelling with qualitative insights to explore dynamic social and economic systems.

The successful candidate will contribute to data analysis, model development, and academic dissemination, working within a multidisciplinary team to translate findings into policy impact.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field or nearing completion.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with socio-economic modelling.
• Ability to manage complex datasets and communicate findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to interdisciplinary research projects combining quantitative modelling with qualitative insights.
• Develop and apply socio-economic and systems models to real-world problems.
• Analyse data and disseminate findings through scholarly writing and presentations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Socio-economic modelling

Systems approaches

Data interpretation

Communication

Education

PhD (or nearing completion)

Job description

University of Glasgow invites applications for a Research Associate in Socio-Economic and Systems Modelling based in Glasgow, UK. This fixed-term, full-time role supports interdisciplinary research that blends quantitative modelling with qualitative insights to explore dynamic social and economic systems.

The successful candidate will contribute to data analysis, model development, and academic dissemination, working within a multidisciplinary team to translate findings into policy impact.