PhD-Funded Early Career Researcher in Sociology of Law

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking an Early Career Researcher for a PhD funded position in Birmingham Law School. This role offers a fixed salary and involves international research on security narratives and legal change in Central Asia. Applicants should demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to contribute to research bids. The position includes essential training and travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• Eligible candidates must have not been awarded a doctoral degree.
• No more than four years full-time research experience required.
• Must have resided in hosting country for less than 12 months in the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Develop research objectives and proposals.
• Contribute to writing bids for research funding.
• Supervise students on research related work.

Skills

High level analytical capability

Ability to communicate complex information clearly

Fluency in relevant models, techniques or methods

Ability to assess resource requirements

Coordinating work with others

Education

Degree that formally entitles to start a doctorate

Job description

A leading UK university is seeking an Early Career Researcher for a PhD funded position in Birmingham Law School. This role offers a fixed salary and involves international research on security narratives and legal change in Central Asia. Applicants should demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to contribute to research bids. The position includes essential training and travel opportunities.