Research Associate in Regenerative Design Research
Join a pioneering project exploring regenerative innovation in design and policy.
Best for:Ideal for researchers with a background in design and policy analysis.
Overview
This position is for a Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to the final year of the UKRI-funded project 'Becoming Regenerative'. The role emphasizes design research aimed at influencing policy and synthesizing research findings to maximize impact. The researcher will collaborate with a team led by Principal Investigator Dr. Ida Telalbasic and Co-Investigator Dr. Delfina Fantini van Ditmar. Applicants should possess strong analytical and writing skills, along with a keen interest in design research and policy influence.
What you'll do
- Analyze and interpret diverse data streams generated by the project's research.
- Synthesize research findings to identify themes and emerging insights.
- Facilitate research design workshops and integrate findings into the broader project.
- Contribute to academic and public-facing outputs.
- Support the development of insights through creative data visualization.
- Help create tools and resources based on project insights.
- Engage with project partners and research participants as necessary.
- Co-plan and co-deliver dissemination events both online and offline.
- Participate in regular project meetings and assist in developing project outputs.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD or equivalent research experience in a relevant discipline
Language: English; proficiency required
Instruction: English
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Excellent writing abilities
- Experience in design research
- Knowledge of policy influence
- Familiarity with data visualization techniques
- No visa sponsorship available
- Must have a relevant PhD or equivalent experience
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-12
Interested candidates should refer to the job description and person specification linked in the announcement. Applications should be submitted through the provided application link.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
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