Research Associate/Fellow (Fixed Term) (SOC243825)

We are looking for a highly motivated post-doctoral researcher to work on the data searching, processing, management, and qualitative analysis of data sources related to forced labour risk and decent work assessment of the food system. The purpose of this role will be to support the principal investigator to conduct research related to the Nottingham Research Fellowship project ‘Decent work and climate change risks in the UK Food Supply’. The post holder will be expected to undertake independent research as well as working as part of a team. The role will include: 

Searching, screening, managing and qualitative coding of data sources for analysis. Writing up of findings for contribution to academic publication. Collaborative work across the University of Nottingham and with international colleagues. Developing new qualitative coding and assessment frameworks. 

The role holder will have the opportunity to use their initiative and creativity to develop research methods and extend their research portfolio. 

This is a full time, fixed term contract for 8 months and is available from December 2025. Part time applications may also be considered.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

For informal enquiries can be sent to Dr Bethany Jackson at bethany.jackson1@nottingham.ac.uk

Closing Date: 10 Nov 2025
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)