Research Associate - Glasgow, United Kingdom - University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow

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Glasgow, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Purpose
To make a leading contribution to the ESRC SDAI funded project '

developing and exploring methods to understand human-nature interactions in urban areas using new forms of big data'. You will also contribute to research and data service activities of the UKRI-ESRC-funded

Urban Big Data Centre (UBDC). Specifically, the job requires expert knowledge in the area of spatial data science, particularly as applied to the analysis of human-nature interactions and mobility using mobile phone GPS data. You will play a leading role in the production of research publications and research proposals, and contribute to the development of UBDC's Digital Footprints Data Service. You will help manage and direct complex and challenging projects, as opportunities allow.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform the following activities in conjunction with the Principal Investigator (PI) as appropriate:

Take a leading role in the ESRC SDAI funded project 'developing and exploring methods to understand human-nature interactions in urban areas using new forms of big data', taking responsibility for core elements as appropriate, in accordance with UBDC objectives and Centre/School/College/University research strategy.
Write up research findings/outcomes for publication in leading journals for disseminations as appropriate. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting progress reports and papers as appropriate.
Establish and maintain a personal research profile and reputation, and enhance that of the Centre/School/College/University. Establish and sustain a track record of independent and joint publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed journals, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, gathering indicators of esteem and identifying opportunities for knowledge exchange.
Present work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance the research profile of the Centre/School/College/University.
Take a leading role in the identification of potential funding sources and assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies, planning and developing a line of research activities.
Take a leading role in developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across the project and in the broader Centre/School/College/University and wider community (e.g. Academic and other collaborators/partners).
Take a leading role in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops and School research group activities to enhance the wider knowledge, outputs and culture of the Centre/School/College/University.
Take a leading role in the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.
Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the project, Centre and School, including budgets/expenditure.
Contribute to elements of teaching within a clear and established programme and carry out associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with PI.
Engage in personal, professional and career development, to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with desired career trajectory.
Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the Head of School and/or PI.
Contribute to the enhancement of the University's international profile in line with the University's Strategic Plan - Inspiring People - Changing the World.

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Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential:

A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) or equivalent in professional qualifications and experience with evidence of personal development in similar role.

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Desirable:B1 Knowledge of project-specific data sources
B2 Knowledge of specialist IT software as appropriate

Skills

Essential:

C1 Proficiency coding in R or Python programming languages
C2 Ability to analyse and organise resources in order to manage time and workload effectively.
C3 Research creativity and strong cross-discipline collaborative ability as appropriate.
C6 Proven initiative and judgement to resolve problems independently and/or as part of a team. C7 Good leadership skills including demonstrable supervisory skills as appropriate.

Desirable:

D1 Experience of SQL
D2 Experience of PostreSQL/PostGIS
D3 Experience working with social media or mobile phone datasets
D4 Experience of web-dashboard development

Experience

Essential:

E1 Sufficient depth of relevant research experience normally including sufficient postdoctoral experience in a related field
E3 A track record of presentation and publication of research results in quality journals and/ or at conferences.
E4 Exper