13497- Post Doctoral Research Associate (CoSTAR Foresight Lab)
| Posting date: | 11 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £41,064 to £48,822 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 January 2026 |
| Location: | Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | University of Edinburgh |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 13497 |
Summary
Grade UE07: £41,064- £48,822 per annum
CAHSS / Edinburgh College of Art / Institute for Design Informatics
Full Time 35 hours/week
Fixed Term: 1st Feb 2026 – 31st March 2029
The Opportunity:
Join the CoSTAR Foresight Lab at the Institute for Design Informatics, Edinburgh College of Art, to contribute to a multidisciplinary project focused on convergent screen technologies and performance. You will play a key role in advancing research and innovation in the Creative Industries, collaborating with partners across the UK.
Your Responsibilities:
Conduct leading research associated with CoSTAR, co-produced with partner organisations and the academic team.
Engage in world-class research and contribute to workshops, events, and projects as part of the CoSTAR programme.
Manage administrative tasks related to the research, ensuring milestones are met and outputs delivered.
Undertake independent research within the Creative Industries, as agreed with the Edinburgh CoSTAR lead.
Collaborate with international teams and represent the University at meetings, workshops, and conferences.
Your Skills and Attributes for Success:
A PhD in relevant fields such as Digital Sociology, Digital Humanities, Business Studies, or Computational Sciences.
Expertise in quantitative data analysis and experience with tools like R, Python, or Gephi.
Proven research experience and a track record of outstanding publications.
Ability to write up academic studies and disseminate research findings to diverse audiences.
Experience in international collaborations and excellent communication skills.
CAHSS / Edinburgh College of Art / Institute for Design Informatics
Full Time 35 hours/week
Fixed Term: 1st Feb 2026 – 31st March 2029
The Opportunity:
Join the CoSTAR Foresight Lab at the Institute for Design Informatics, Edinburgh College of Art, to contribute to a multidisciplinary project focused on convergent screen technologies and performance. You will play a key role in advancing research and innovation in the Creative Industries, collaborating with partners across the UK.
Your Responsibilities:
Conduct leading research associated with CoSTAR, co-produced with partner organisations and the academic team.
Engage in world-class research and contribute to workshops, events, and projects as part of the CoSTAR programme.
Manage administrative tasks related to the research, ensuring milestones are met and outputs delivered.
Undertake independent research within the Creative Industries, as agreed with the Edinburgh CoSTAR lead.
Collaborate with international teams and represent the University at meetings, workshops, and conferences.
Your Skills and Attributes for Success:
A PhD in relevant fields such as Digital Sociology, Digital Humanities, Business Studies, or Computational Sciences.
Expertise in quantitative data analysis and experience with tools like R, Python, or Gephi.
Proven research experience and a track record of outstanding publications.
Ability to write up academic studies and disseminate research findings to diverse audiences.
Experience in international collaborations and excellent communication skills.