Senior Research Associate - Project-Specific Role

RFCSR; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Strathclyde invites applications for a Research Associate / Senior Research Associate to join a funded research project within a leading academic department. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to high-impact, interdisciplinary research in a collaborative and innovation-focused environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering the objectives of the project, undertaking both independent and collaborative research, including designing

Qualifications

• PhD (or near completion) in a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent and collaborative research.
• Strong analytical and methodological skills.
• Proven record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in designing and managing research projects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration.
• For senior level: leadership, mentoring, and grant development.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement research methodologies.
• Collect and analyse data and report findings.
• Produce peer-reviewed publications, reports, and conference talks.
• Collaborate with principal investigators and external partners.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to project planning.
• Support development of new proposals and funding applications.
• Engage in knowledge exchange and impact activities.

Skills

Independent research

Collaborative research

Analytical skills

Publications

Project management

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary work

Leadership (senior)

Education

PhD (or near completion)

Job description

The University of Strathclyde invites applications for a Research Associate / Senior Research Associate to join a funded research project within a leading academic department. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to high-impact, interdisciplinary research in a collaborative and innovation-focused environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering the objectives of the project, undertaking both independent and collaborative research, including designing