Research Fellow (111155-1225)
University of Warwick - Institute for Employment Research
| Location: | Coventry, University of Warwick |
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| Salary: | £35,608 to £46,049 per annum |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
| Placed On: | 9th January 2026 |
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| Closes: | 2nd February 2026 |
| Job Ref: | 3647 |
For informal enquiries, please contact Chris Warhurst, IER Director at c.warhurst@warwick.ac.uk
The Institute for Employment Research (IER) is seeking to appoint an outstanding Research Fellow to contribute to developing and enhancing its reputation as an internationally leading, multi-disciplinary research-only institute. It is an opportunity for a researcher who wants to make a difference to be involved in policy-relevant research.
Research Fellows have the opportunity to gain experience in designing and conducting research projects and in disseminating findings. IER’s research tends to be team-based but all researchers are encouraged to develop their own research interests.
Candidates with interests in any of the Institute’s diverse fields of research are encouraged to apply. IER’s research themes can be seen here: Warwick IER - Research
Flexible Working
We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.
About You
You will have a PhD or equivalent relevant research experience in the economic or social sciences. You will have established qualitative research skills, with mixed methods research experience, and some understanding of quantitative research methods. You will also have knowledge of employment and labour market research and related policy.
You will have appropriate research and publications in your field and will want to publish in the highest quality academic journals. It will be advantageous to have some experience of dissemination activities with different stakeholders: academic and otherwise.
You will be comfortable in a multi-disciplinary research environment and be able to undertake research both as part of a team and independently.
CLOSING DEADLINE: Monday 2nd February 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)
Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.
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