Faculty of Arts and Humanities
School of Politics, Philosophy and Area Studies
Research Associate (Fixed term for 6 months, part-time 0.35 FTE)
Ref: RA2331
Salary on appointment will be £30,805 per annum (pro rata), with an annual increment up to £37,174 per annum (pro rata).
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Associate join the School of Politics, Philosophy and Area Studies to conduct studies on the politics of joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific.
As a Research Associate you will contribute to the research programme, analyse and interpret data, write up results and present information on research progress and outcomes.
You will have a postgraduate level degree in international relations or international security (or a related field), or equivalent qualification or experience and awareness of key research themes in security and foreign policy of the Indo-Pacific.
You will be able to work in a proactive and results driven manner in a high paced environment. You will also have strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to analyse and interpret data and work effectively as part of a team. Knowledge or experience of working in the Indo-Pacific region would be advantageous.
This part-time (0.35 FTE) post is available from 1 September 2025 on a fixed term basis for 6 months.
UEA offers a variety of flexible working options, and we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, 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 July 2025
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