Research Fellow - Science and Technology in Society - University of Birmingham

Key Responsibilities

• Design and conduct rigorous research projects exploring the societal impacts of emerging technologies.
• Apply mixed‑methods approaches, including surveys, interviews, and statistical analysis, to generate actionable insights.
• Collaborate with engineers, policymakers, and industry partners to translate research findings into practice.
• Publish high‑impact papers and present at national and international conferences.
• Mentor graduate students and contribute to grant writing and project management.

Requirements

• PhD in Social Sciences, Engineering, or a related field with a strong research record.
• Proven expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., R, Python, SPSS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.