All Things Urban

The University of Manchester is part of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, with outstanding facilities and the widest range of courses. We are highly respected across the globe as a centre of teaching excellence and innovative research.

The University of Manchester is seeking to appoint a Research Associate for the African Cities Research Consortium (ACRC). ACRC is a six-year, £32 million FCDO-funded Research Programme Consortium (RPC) based within the Global Development Institute in the School of Environment, Education and Development. The Consortium is conducting policy-oriented research to tackle complex problems in some of Africa’s fastest growing urban areas. Over six years (2020-2026), our research will generate new evidence to catalyse integrated, sustainable, inclusive approaches to urban development. This post offers the opportunity for an early career researcher to make a significant contribution to the work of an exciting international research programme. The postholder will support the delivery of ACRC’s publishing plans; support the coordination of our working paper series, and provide general research associate support to the CEO, Deputy CEO and research directors. They will also be encouraged to pursue their own research and publications agenda, which we expect to be closely linked to ACRC’s research agenda, for 20% of the time. Further information can be found at: www.african-cities.org

What you will get in return: - Fantastic market leading Pension scheme - Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme - Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays - Additional paid closure over the Christmas period - Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit. Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

This job is available for international candidates.