Senior Research Associate (HR and Public Sector Management)

About the Role

The Research Associate will play a key role in advancing the University's research profile through the development of theoretically sophisticated and methodologically rigorous publications. You will work collaboratively with senior academics while also taking responsibility for progressing independent research activities and contributing to the wider research culture of the department.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting comprehensive literature reviews.
• Analysing existing qualitative datasets using advanced qualitative methods.
• Developing and drafting manuscripts for submission to highly ranked academic journals.
• Using specialist software including NVivo and EndNote.
• Presenting research findings at conferences, seminars, and research forums.
• Supporting the development of research proposals and future funding applications.
• Building and maintaining productive relationships with internal and external partners.
• Contributing to the wider activities of the Research Centre and Business School.

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated researcher with expertise in organisation studies, HRM, or public sector management and a strong commitment to producing world-class research.

You will have:

• A doctoral qualification (or be close to completion) in a relevant discipline.
• Significant research experience in organisation studies, HRM, or public sector management.
• Demonstrable experience of contributing independently to research projects.
• Proficiency in qualitative data analysis software, particularly NVivo.
• Experience using reference management software such as EndNote.
• A strong understanding of contemporary theory and practice within the relevant field.
• Excellent analytical, written, and communication skills.
• Experience presenting research findings at national and/or international conferences.
• The ability to build productive relationships and research networks.
• Evidence of publication activity, ideally including publications in high-quality academic journals.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience supervising student research.
• Experience contributing to research funding applications and proposal development.
• A developing track record of publication in highly ranked journals.
• Evidence of successful collaboration with external partners and stakeholders.