Post Doctoral Research Associate

University of Bradford

At the University of Bradford, our focus is on creating the conditions for social, cultural, and economic impact. We are committed to social inclusion. Our work to expand opportunity and enable students to reach their potential, has led to us topping the Social Mobility Index of English universities for the last two years. Our University Strategy sets out our ambitions for 2025, which we will achieve by using our proud heritage as a springboard and remaining steadfast in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Safeguarding

The University of Bradford is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and Adults at Risk through robust safer recruitment practices.

Faculty

The Department of Social Work and Social Care delivers accredited Social Work programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It also hosts a UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship which encompasses ongoing research on the subject of child abuse and child protection. 

What you will be doing:

As part of the UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship research project on ‘Child Protection in Pakistani Communities’, we are seeking a Post-Doctoral Research Associate for an 18month fixed-term contract. The duties are wide ranging, and the post holder will be expected to adopt a flexible approach to the diverse demands of the role and be able to work with a high degree of responsibility and initiative. The post holder is expected to always maintain confidentiality and treat confidential information with tact and sensitivity as data collection will involve interactions with victims/survivors of child sexual abuse. For Project details, please visit: https://www.bradford.ac.uk/news/archive/2022/bradford-academic-to-lead-research-into-child-abuse.php    

Qualifications/ experience:

A PhD in Social Work, Psychology or Sociology Knowledge of child abuse and historic child abuseExperience of conducting research in social work and associated research governance. Experience of qualitative data collection and analysis on sensitive topics. 

Celebrating Diversity – The University of Bradford 

Within the Department of Social Work, there is low representation of BAME individuals and therefore we welcome applications from individuals who represent these categories.

At the University of Bradford, we recognise and embrace people that work in diverse ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

In Return we Offer:

Family-friendly policiesGreat campus facilitiesGenerous employer contribution pension schemes - Universities Superannuation SchemeGenerous benefit schemes, including car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme and shopping discounts

Find more information about the many other benefits, including salary sacrifice schemes and campus nursery.

Additional Information:

If you would like to find out more or are interested in applying, please email Dr Samina Karim, via [email protected], we would love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 31 Jan 2026

Department: Professional Services

Salary: £35,116 to £38,249 per annum pro rata 12 months fixed term with a possiblity of extension dependent on funding