Research Fellow, Law (LAW079R)

We are looking to appoint a motivated and accomplished individual for a full-time three-year position of postdoctoral Research Fellow for the TRANSECTS project (TRANSitions In Energy For Coastal Communities Over Time And Space). The postholder will be based in the School of Law but will support an interdisciplinary team at the University of Aberdeen and other members of the consortium to develop case studies in just marine energy transitions.

Job Description

The successful candidate will have a PhD in a relevant field Social Sciences / Geography / Policy and a demonstrable track record of mixed method research and stakeholder engagement. Key responsibilities for this role include to:

• · Conduct mixed methods research (including document research, archival analysis, exploratory interviews and field work)
• · Conduct Political, Economic, Sociological, Technological, Legal and Environmental (PESTLE) analysis and key informant interviews
• · Assistance with project management
• · Contribution to completion of research outputs
• · Contribution to research dissemination and communication
• · Functioning effectively as an integral member of an interdisciplinary research team and facilitating communication between team members

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 6, £37,099 - £41,732 per annum, with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Daria Shapovalova, Senior Lecturer, e-mail: dshapovalova@abdn.ac.uk.

Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Saffron Maitland, HR Adviser (Graduate Trainee) (e-mail: saffron.maitland@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.

To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Job Reference Number: LAW079R

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 04 October 2024

The School of Law embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

Please Note

If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.