Faculty of Science, in collaboration with Faculty of Social Sciences and Faculty of Arts and Humanities
School of Environmental Sciences, in collaboration with School of Global Development, School of Politics, Philosophy and Area Studies
Senior Research Associate
Ref: RA2321
Salary on appointment will be £38,249 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £45,413 per annum.
An exciting opportunity is available for a Senior Research Associate to work with local communities in the East of England on coastal resilience, collaborating with academics at UEA and other institutions, applying participatory research methods and the arts.
The successful candidate will be part of the ARISE project team. You will liaise with coastal communities and the project team to design, develop and evaluate engagement events based on the Open Space method, which will be innovatively integrated with creating site-specific artworks. You will work closely with the UEA team based in the School of Environmental Sciences (Prof Irene Lorenzoni), School of Global Development (Dr Johanna Forster) and School of Politics, Philosophy and Area Studies (Dr Ben Little).
You will have excellent qualitative research skills, an ability to communicate with diverse groups, and experience of working collaboratively with stakeholders. You will work closely with the ARISE research team and communities throughout the eastern regions of the UK, to develop, apply and evaluate the Open Space interventions.
You will have a relevant postgraduate research degree, equivalent qualification or equivalent professional experience in participatory and / or social science research with a focus on communities. You will also have experience of independent research, a good understanding of the social challenges of coastal management in the UK and experience of working and engaging with communities and stakeholders. You will have proven evidence of working in an inclusive way with diverse communities and strong interpersonal and communication skills. You will have the ability to communicate complex information clearly, to use initiative, apply creativity, address challenges in research contexts, analyse and interpret data and work effectively as part of a team, with good time management.
This full-time post is available from 1 October 2025 on a fixed term basis for 18 months.
UEA offers a variety of flexible working options and although this role is advertised on a full-time basis, we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, part time, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview.
Benefits include:
- 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
- Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
Closing date: 30 June 2025
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