Research Associate: Digital Footprints & Open Data Framework

Atomic Layer Deposition; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a Research Associate for the Digging into Digital Footprints project, focusing on qualitative research related to digital data in social sciences. The role entails collaboration in developing an empirical framework and organising workshops with diverse partners. Candidates should have a PhD or be near completion, with strong qualitative skills and knowledge of AI-driven tools. The position is full-time with funding until January 2027.

Qualifications

• A PhD (or nearing completion) in a relevant field (e.g., Sociology, Science and Technology Studies).
• Strong qualitative research skills (interviews, ethnographic approaches).
• Knowledge and/or experience working with digital data/methods in the social sciences.

Responsibilities

• Carry out qualitative research with participants on digital data opportunities.
• Collaborate in creating an open framework for digital footprints data.
• Organise workshops with researchers working with social data.

Skills

Qualitative research skills (interviews, ethnographic approaches)

Knowledge of digital social science

Interdisciplinary research commitment

Facilitating workshops and events

Education

PhD or nearing completion in Sociology or related field

Tools

AI-driven tools

Digital data methods

Job description

A leading UK university is seeking a Research Associate for the Digging into Digital Footprints project, focusing on qualitative research related to digital data in social sciences. The role entails collaboration in developing an empirical framework and organising workshops with diverse partners. Candidates should have a PhD or be near completion, with strong qualitative skills and knowledge of AI-driven tools. The position is full-time with funding until January 2027.