Research Associate in Urban Economics (fixed-term)

University Of Bath; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

This exciting opportunity at the Brunel Centre involves joining a ground-breaking initiative at the forefront of regional economic research and development.

Located at the University of Bath, you will play a pivotal role as a Research Associate in shaping the Centre's mission to provide cutting-edge data and insights to support sustainable and inclusive economic growth across the West of England.

Embedded in a collaborative partnership between UWE Bristol, the University of Bath, and Futures West, and funded by the Research England RED Fund, the Brunel Centre will serve as a vital hub for economic data, research, knowledge exchange and policy innovation.

Your work will involve leveraging advanced data analysis tools, working in trusted research environments, to generate real-time and long-term insights on critical urban economic challenges for the West of England.

This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to collaborate with leading academics, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.

With access to state-of-the-art research facilities, you will contribute to high-quality publications, shape regional policy discourse, and explore innovative approaches to economic analysis.

This is a rare chance to advance your research career while making a tangible impact on sustainable and inclusive regional growth and policymaking.

About you

We are looking for a dynamic researcher with a passion for applying innovative methodologies to tackle complex economic issues.

You will hold (or have submitted) a PhD in urban economics or a related disciplinary field, such as housing or transport economics, and possess advanced expertise in one or more areas such as quantitative methods and spatial mapping.

You thrive in collaborative environments and have the communication skills to translate complex data into actionable insights for diverse audiences.

Proficiency in managing research projects and working with secure data environments is essential.

If you are ready to bring your expertise to a role that offers both intellectual challenge and the chance to drive regional development, we would love to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of economic policy in the West of England.

Additional information

As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.
What we can offer you:

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

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