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Research Associate

The University of Manchester - Humanities

Location:Manchester, Hybrid/On-site
Salary:£37,694 to £46,049
Hours:Full Time
Contract Type:Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On:24th February 2026
Closes:5th March 2026
Job Ref:HUM-030870

We are seeking to recruit a Research and Innovation Associate (postdoctoral researcher) to work on the ESRC-funded project ‘Who is a child? Determining age in British and French border policing, 1918 to the present’ (2025-2028) led by Dr Antoine Burgard (PL), senior lecturer in contemporary history of humanitarianism at the Humanitarian and Conflict Response Institute (HCRI), University of Manchester.

The post holder (RIA) is expected to start on 1 June 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter). They will collaborate with the PL on the data collection, research and dissemination of one of the project’s case studies. In addition to the PL’s support, they will benefit from the mentorship of HCRI colleagues and from the training and resources of the University of Manchester.

What you will get in return:

  • Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
  • Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
  • Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
  • Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
  • Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here.

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Antoine Burgard

Email: antoine.burgard@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk

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