Location: | Manchester |
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Salary: | £36,024 to £44,263 per annum depending on experience |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
Placed On: | 7th June 2024 |
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Closes: | 20th June 2024 |
Job Ref: | SAE-025794 |
A Post-Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA) is required to work on a Leverhulme Trust funded research project within the Fashion, Business & Technology discipline, Department of Materials, Faculty of Science and Engineering at the University of Manchester.
The aim of this innovative research project is to explore and expand on the impact of worker voice in the Leicester ready-made garment (RMG) industry. The research is related to the field of sustainable supply chain management and operations, modern slavery and work-based learning.
The successful candidate will be part of multidisciplinary team. The project involves working in close collaboration with the Principl Investigator (PI) Dr Amy Benstead, University of Manchester and the following Co-investigators (Co-Is), Erica Charles, GCU London, Dr Dane Lukic, GCU London and Dr Helen Goworek, Durham University.
The post-holder will work closely with the PI and the Co-Is. Background knowledge of modern slavery and socially sustainable supply chains is desirable. Strong qualitative analysis, communication and organisational skills are the primary requirement for this role. The successful applicant will focus on reviewing the literature/reports and data analysis whilst also contributing to the efficient management and administration of the project.
What you will get in return:
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here
Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.
Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Amy Benstead
Email: amy.benstead@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
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