Research Fellow School of English, Drama and Creative Studies 107021 Grade 7

Birmingham - UK

Monthly Salary: £ 36636 - 46049

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Position Details

School of English Drama and Creative Studies

Location: University of Birmingham Edgbaston Birmingham UK

Full time starting salary is normally in the range 36636 to 46049 with potential progression once in post to 48822

Grade: 7

Full Time Fixed Term contract up to December 2027

Closing date: 22nd March 2026

Background

To create and contribute to the creation of knowledge by undertaking a specified range of activities within an established research programme and/or specific research project.

Role Summary

Work within the specified research grant - French Language Print Publications in England to 1685 funded by the Leverhulme Trust
Operate within the area of specialism
Analyse and interpret research findings and results

Main Duties

The responsibilities may include some but not all of the responsibilities outlined below.

Analyse and interpret data
Apply knowledge in a way which develops new intellectual understanding
Disseminate research findings for publication research seminars etc
Contribute to developing new models techniques and methods
Undertake management/administration arising from research
Contribute to Departmental/School research-related activities and research-related administration
Contribute to public engagement activities of manifest benefit to the College and the University often under supervision of a project leader
Collect research data; this may be through a variety of research methods
Present research outputs including drafting academic publications or parts thereof
Provide guidance as required to support staff and any students who may be assisting with the research
Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines
Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture.

Person Specification

First degree in area of specialism andnormally a higher degree relevant to research area or equivalent qualifications or close to completion
High level analytical capability
Strong reading comprehension of early modern French and ability to translate into English and strong academic writing skills in English
Ability to communicate complex information clearly
Fluency in relevant models techniques or methods and ability to contribute to developing new ones including willingness to use digital methods
Ability to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively
Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processes
Contribute to the planning and organising of the research programme and/or specific research project
Co-ordinate own work with others to avoid conflict or duplication of effort
Knowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010 and how to actively ensure in day to day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly

Informal enquiries to Peter Auger email:

Use of AI in applications:We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and for the written elements of your application to accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience. Such applications will unlikely be progressed to interview.

We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of University of Birmingham staff and that diversity in its many forms is a strength that underpins the exchange of ideas innovation and debate at the heart of University life. We are committed to proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community and are proud to hold Athena SWAN Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident accreditations. We have an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Centre that focuses on continuously improving the University as a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are also committed to sustainability which is a key part of our strategy. You can find out more about our work to create a fairer university for everyoneon our website.

DescriptionPosition DetailsSchool of English Drama and Creative StudiesLocation: University of Birmingham Edgbaston Birmingham UKFull time starting salary is normally in the range 36636 to 46049 with potential progression once in post to 48822Grade: 7Full Time Fixed Term contract up to December 2027...