The University of Glasgow is inviting applications for a Research Associate position within the School of Education, part of the College of Social Sciences and the Advanced Research Centre.

This is a full-time, fixed-term role supporting the project “Towards the University of the Future”.

Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Salary: £41,064 – £46,049 per annum (Grade 7)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours/week
Contract Duration: Until 31 July 2028
Application Deadline: 22 March 2026, 23:45
Job Reference: 193416

About the Project

The “Towards the University of the Future” project investigates how universities can evolve their institutional architectures, research cultures, and collaborative infrastructures to:

• Enable and scale interdisciplinary research
• Foster futures-facing research practices
• Sustain innovation within higher education

The project emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, organisational change, and participatory research methods, exploring how higher education institutions can adapt to contemporary challenges in research and education.

Role Overview

The Research Associate will work under the supervision of Dr Lisa Bradley and is expected to:

• Contribute to the design and delivery of research activities
• Apply expertise in interdisciplinary studies, research cultures, and higher education futures
• Use creative and participatory research methods as required
• Support the formulation and submission of research publications and proposals
• Assist in managing and directing aspects of the project, providing leadership in research areas where appropriate

Candidate Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• PhD (Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12) in:
  • Education
  • Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Social Sciences
  • Organisational Studies
  • Science and Technology Studies
  • Related disciplines

OR

• Professional qualifications and experience equivalent to PhD level with relevant research/professional experience

Skills and Experience

• Emerging independence in a research or professional environment
• Expertise in organisational change, interdisciplinary collaboration, and futures-focused research
• Experience with participatory and creative research methods
• Ability to contribute to publications, proposals, and project management

Diversity & Inclusion

The University of Glasgow is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, valuing contributions from all communities. Applications are particularly encouraged from:

• Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities
• Other under-represented groups within the University

The University endorses Athena Swan principles and holds awards at bronze, silver, and gold levels across departments.

How to Apply

1. Submit an online application via the University’s recruitment portal.
2. Include full employment history, academic qualifications, and a detailed CV.
3. Candidates may also make informal enquiries to Dr Lisa Bradley at Lisa.Bradley@glasgow.ac.uk.

Applications must be submitted before 22 March 2026 to be considered.

Why Join?

This role provides an excellent opportunity to:

• Engage in cutting-edge research on the future of higher education
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams at a leading UK university
• Contribute to publications and high-impact research proposals
• Gain leadership experience within a complex, futures-focused research project

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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering this position. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.