Research Fellow

Just Streets; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Westminster invites applications for a Research Fellow on the Horizon Europe JUST STREETS Project in Central London. This full-time fixed-term maternity cover until 30 June 2027 offers a compelling opportunity to advance mobility justice across Europe.

You will join an international team to support research, impact evaluation, stakeholder engagement and dissemination, helping to deliver the final phase of a major European project and to expand policy-relevant insights.

Qualifications

• PhD or close to completion in a relevant field (Transport Studies, Urban Planning, Geography, Architecture, Sustainability or Social Sciences) or equivalent research experience.
• Experience delivering high-quality research.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary international environment.

Responsibilities

• Support research, impact evaluation, stakeholder engagement and dissemination activities.
• Help deliver the final phase of the Horizon Europe 'JUST STREETS Project'.
• Contribute to research that informs policy and practice across Europe.
• Work with researchers, cities and communities to promote inclusive and sustainable urban mobility.
• Help maximise the project's impact and long‑term legacy.

Skills

Research delivery

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Academic writing / outputs

Collaborative work

Sustainable mobility interest

Job description

Research Fellow - JUST STREETS Project (50075734)

This post is full‑time, working 35 hours per week, and is a fixed‑term maternity cover until 30 June 2027.

Are you passionate about creating fairer, healthier and more sustainable streets? Would you like your research to help shape mobility policy and practice across Europe?

The University of Westminster is a leading modern university with a strong commitment to research, innovation and real-world impact. The School of Architecture + Cities brings together expertise in planning, transport, sustainability and the built environment to address contemporary urban challenges.

We are seeking a Research Fellow to join the Horizon Europe-funded 'JUST STREETS Project' (Mobility Justice for All: Framing Safer, Healthier and Happier Streets).

You will join an international team working with researchers, cities and communities across Europe to promote more inclusive and sustainable urban mobility. As the project enters its final stage, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to research with real-world impact.

You will support research, impact evaluation, stakeholder engagement and dissemination activities, helping to deliver the final phase of this major Horizon Europe project.

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Contribute to an internationally recognised research project.
• Work with leading academic, policy and city partners across Europe.
• Support research that helps inform policy and practice.
• Help maximise the project's impact and long‑term legacy.
• Develop your experience within a collaborative international research environment.

You will hold a PhD, or be close to completion, in a relevant discipline such as Transport Studies, Urban Planning, Geography, Architecture, Sustainability, Social Sciences or a related field. Equivalent research experience will also be considered.

You will bring:

• Experience of delivering high‑quality research.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Experience of producing research outputs for a range of audiences.
• The ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary and international environment.
• An interest in sustainable mobility, social justice and urban transformation.

Experience of externally funded research projects, stakeholder engagement, impact evaluation or knowledge exchange activities would be advantageous.

Additional Information

At the University of Westminster, diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity are at the core of how we engage with students, colleagues, applicants, visitors and all our stakeholders.

We are fully committed to enabling a supportive and safe learning and working environment which is equitable, diverse and inclusive, is based on mutual respect and trust, and in which harassment and discrimination are neither tolerated nor acceptable.

The University has adopted Smart Working principles to support and further our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion aims of being an inclusive, collaborative and flexible employer. Further details of Smart Working can be discussed at interview stage.

Closing date: 11.59pm on 15 November 2026.

Interviews likely to be held on a date to be confirmed.

Locations Locations:

Central London

Departments Departments:

School of Architecture and Cities

Vacancy Type Vacancy Type:

Fixed Term

Advertising Salary Salary Details:

19 Oct 2026

Locations Locations:

Central London

Departments Departments:

Strategy, Planning and Performance (SPP)