Apologies for cross postings
Post Title: Research Assistant, Humber Observatory, City-region
Competitiveness in the Hull and Humber Region
Location: Department of Geography
This post is for a Research Assistant position working within the newly
established Humber Observatory funded through HEFCE’s Higher Education
Innovation Fund (HEIF3). The University is using HEIF3 monies to foster
work between the university and its stakeholders in ways which might bring
economic benefits to the sub region. The Humber Observatory will undertake
research and policy-related work on the competitiveness of the Hull and
Humber city-region. An initial part of the work of the Humber Observatory
will focus upon the role played by the sub-region’s ports complex which
forms a major focus for economic activity within the sub-region.
The Research Assistant will play an important role in developing the work
of the Observatory and the post provides a good opportunity for anyone
seeking to develop a career in academic research and/ or in policy-related
work, such as for local authorities and organisations involved with local
and regional development. The successful candidate will also be eligible
to register for a part-time higher degree (Masters or PhD). The post will
involve a range of activities including: researching secondary data sources
related to urban and regional competitiveness; undertaking interviews and
surveys; report writing; presenting research findings; partner liaison;
publicity and website content. Applicants should have an undergraduate
(2.1 or above) and/or masters degree in an appropriate subject (e.g.
geography, politics, economics, sociology, planning etc.).
Informal inquiries may be addressed to Professor David Gibbs (01482 465330,
[log in to unmask]) or Professor Graham Haughton (01482 465385,
[log in to unmask]).
Salary: Pay Band 6 £22,111-£26,402
Reference: FS03
Closing date: 15/12/2006
There are no restrictions on who may apply
For further information and details of how to apply, please contact the
Human Resources Office quoting the vacancy reference. See contact details
below.
Address: The HR Directorate
The University of Hull
Hull HU6 7RX
Tel: 01482 465557
Textphone: 01482 466851 (For applicants with a
hearing/speech impairment.)
Fax: 01482 466660
Email: [log in to unmask]
See http://personnel.hull.ac.uk/ for details
