Research Fellow

Location: Brunel University of London, Uxbridge Campus

Contract Type: Fixed-term ending 31 May 2029

Brunel University of London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.

For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home

Brunel Business School, within the Department of Economics, Finance and Accounting, is seeking to appoint a Post Doctoral Research Fellow to join the Horizon Europe Innovation Action JUST-CIRCLE, coordinated by Brunel University of London. JUST-CIRCLE develops, tests and validates circular business models that support a fair and sustainable transition through interdisciplinary research, international collaboration and innovation.

In this role, you will strengthen Brunel’s contribution to JUST-CIRCLE by developing the evidence base on circular business models, SME adoption, consumer engagement, behavioural uptake and stakeholder participation. You will contribute to mixed-methods research, stakeholder-facing activities, case-based dissemination, and analytical work that supports project assessment, validation and impact.

We are looking for a candidate with a PhD in a relevant discipline, a strong research profile, and the ability to work independently on high-quality research. You should have excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills, experience of research data collection and analysis, and the ability to work across academic and non-academic settings. Experience of stakeholder engagement, mixed-methods research, externally funded collaborative projects, and policy- or impact-facing outputs will be particularly valuable.

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.

Closing date for applications: 18 June 2026 (23:59)

Interviews will take place at the end of June

All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.

For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please click the Apply button.