Research Assistant GP4Streets

Fixed Term until 04/01/2027

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We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.  

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.  

The role

We are looking for a full time research assistant (for 1 year) to work with us on the GP4streets project that aims to develop tailored do-it-yourself (DIY) green, blue, and grey infrastructure (GBGI) solutions—a “green prescription” for urban streets—enabling communities to respond to the environmental challenges of climate change in ways that are locally relevant and practical. The primary purpose of the role is to assist with the collection and analysis of qualitative data. The project is supervised by Dr Thomas Roberts at the University of Surrey. It is funded by UKRI 

About you

You should hold a postgraduate qualification (MA/MSc) in the social sciences, with experience in qualitative research methods and a strong interest in environmental sustainability within an interdisciplinary context.

You will be working in an interdisciplinary team with researchers from the University of Surrey and University of West of England 

You will be based at the University of Surrey in Guildford and conducting field work in Guildford and South West England 

You will also have the opportunity to develop your own research interests in related fields and will be encouraged to develop a PhD proposal in a related field.  

How to apply

For further information please contact Thomas Roberts: t.m.roberts@surrey.ac.uk

Please apply on the University website with your CV and cover letter.

Further details

For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button above.

In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate, flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 21 October 2025

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