Research Associate (BAFR)

Job title:

Research Associate (BAFR)

Company:

University of the West of England

Job description

You will support the delivery of a new UKRI-funded research project focused on building evidence for interventions in the food system that support resilience against future vulnerabilities; by exploring the interplay between food system shocks, issues associated with the diversification of UK agriculture, alternatives to just-in-time supply chains and storage, and the optimal balance of self-sufficiency versus imports as well as health impacts.You’ll conduct research both individually and as part of the team focused on food system stakeholder workshops and consultations, semi-structured interviews with supply chain actors, and literature review of crop and livestock production systems and impact on yield, sustainability, resilience and livelihoods over time. You will liaise regularly with project partners, which include WWF UK, Defra, Food Farming and Countryside Commission, Food Standards Agency, WRAP, Sustain and Trussel Trust.This exciting project is led at UWE Bristol by Prof Angelina Sanderson Bellamy, within our School of Applied Sciences but is also a collaboration with colleagues at Anglia Ruskin University, University of York, Royal Agricultural University, and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.The project began on 1 September 2024 and will run for 36 months, with funding for our Research Associate post for 15 months.About youYou’re proactive, able to work independently and will be required to interact with academics and project partners across several organisations. You will need to work inclusively across the team to represent UWE Bristol with integrity and professionalism at all times. The work will be varied and you will need to be organised and to be able to multitask effectively.Where is this role based?This post is based at our lively campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed.We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in , one of the UK’s most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners.We offer a wide range of including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.Add your individuality to oursUWE Bristol recognises the power of a .We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we’re always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where you’ll thrive.We particularly encourage applications from global majority candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area of the organisation, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.As a employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.Further informationIf you would like to speak to us to find out more about this role please contact [email protected]This is a full-time, fixed-term post for 15 months from your start date.Shortlisting is expected to be completed within 2 weeks of the closing date depending on application volumes. We aim to give candidates at least a week’s notice to attend interview.This post is not available on a job share basis.UWE Bristol is a campus-based University and it is vital to our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based for at least 20 percent of your time, with the opportunity to work from home on the remaining days.To ensure fairness and equity all salary offers will be made in line with the University’s salary assessment guidelines and will be based on your relevant skills and experience.The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK, please refer to the for information on which documents are acceptable.We may be able to sponsor qualifying candidates for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. Please read our to assess if you will be eligible.Candidates without current Right to Work in the UK who are not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship or another Global Talent visa route, may wish to look into the route. This is a self-application process and is subject to you meeting qualifying criteria.You may also wish to explore which will allow you to work in the UK.Please note that UWE Bristol does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs.Advice to applicantsWe’d love to hear from you – if you are excited about joining us at UWE please complete our application form as soon as possible.Tell us about how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role by describing how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the Job Description, and include specific examples wherever possible.Once we have completed shortlisting we will let you know the outcome of your application by email, so please check your inbox for updates.

Expected salary

£33882 – 37999 per year

Location

Frenchay, Gloucestershire

Job date

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 00:46:45 GMT

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