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Post Doctoral Research Associate in Agricultural Innovation

Royal Agricultural University • Part-time • Cirencester, Gloucestershire, England • £28,759 - £33,965 / year • 1w ago

Post – Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA) in Agricultural Innovation

Location: Royal Agricultural University campus, Cirencester

Salary: £28,759-£33,965 pro rata for 0.3FTE; 10.5 hours per week

Job Term: To September 2026

Purpose

The purpose of this role is to support the delivery of tasks as required by the Horizon Europe-funded BroilerNet project until its completion in September 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with BroilerNet work package leader responsibilities, such as coordinating meetings, designing and delivering facilitation training for the Broiler Innovation Network Facilitators, collating network data and writing reports.
Engage and meet with European partners and BroilerNet stakeholders throughout the life of the project to ensure effective coordination, communication and dissemination. (Mostly online with some opportunity for in-person meetings in the UK each year and optional occasional travel to European project meetings)
Conduct research into the process and outcomes of BroilerNet in line with RAU ethical guidelines and the requirements of the project.
Present findings from the project and the parallel research at meetings, conferences and dissemination events, as well as writing up results for publication.
Create material and resources for dissemination events.
Collaborate with partners to ensure the longevity of the network beyond its set timeline.
Support the delivery of other related tasks, including securing future funding.

Person Specification

PhD or equivalent qualification in social science, agricultural science (livestock) or communication science
In-depth knowledge of qualitative research methodologies, e.g., participatory action research
Experience conducting qualitative research methods, e.g., interviews, focus groups
Practical experience in peer-to-peer facilitation, preferably in an agricultural context
Advanced digital skills for organising and facilitating online meetings
Track record writing reports for technical and lay audiences

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for The Royal Agricultural University, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://www.rau.ac.uk/about-rau/work-for-us

Interview Date: 16^th January 2025

Closing Date: 5^th January 2025

The RAU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the RAU at this level

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