Research Associate

This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and fixed term until 31^st July 2028 in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Associate to make a leading contribution to The Beneficiaries to Citizens project working with Professor Paula Meth (in Urban Studies and Social Policy) and collaborators. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and related research outputs, as opportunities allow, as well as help manage and deliver on the aims of this international collaborative project.

We are looking to recruit a candidate with existing research experience directly relevant to the key areas of the project (urban governance, citizenship, housing, comparative urbanism, and urbanism in the Global South). The candidate will become a member of the Division of Urban Studies and Social Policy, but we are open to recruitment from a range of relevant disciplinary backgrounds.

Project website: www.gla.ac.uk/schools/socialpolitical/research/research-projects/housing-urban-inclusion

Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Paula Meth, Paula.meth@glasgow.ac.uk

For further information on the role and to apply online: www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/research-associate-5890680

Closing date: 25^th May 2026 at 23:45

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

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