Research Associate (Based In Dumfries)

This post is full time and fixed term for 48 months We have an opportunity for a Research Associate to make a leading contribution to the JUST TOUR project (Tourism (In)justice: rendering a spatial justice framework for tourism), under the supervision of the PI Dr. Anna de Jong. Applicants from a broad range of backgrounds are invited to apply, including, for example, critical tourism studies, leisure studies, sociology, and geography. The post-holder will be expected to make a major contribution to the project and take on a central role in the project team (along with the research collaborators Professor Cristina Figueroa Domecq, Rey Juan Carlos University; Associate Professor Annelie Sjölander Lindqvist, University of Gothenburg; Associate Professor Steve Taylor, University of the Highlands and Islands), although candidates will have the opportunity to undertake other activities that are beneficial in terms of career development. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research outputs and engagement activities, as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow. The JUST TOUR project was selected for funding by the European Research Council (ERC) and is funded by United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI). Informal enquiries about the role are welcomed, and should be addressed to Dr Anna de Jong, Anna.deJong@glasgow.ac.uk For more information and to apply online: my.corehr.com/pls/uogrecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobspec?p_id=137630 We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity. We endorse the principles of Athena Swan www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.