At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct original research on inequality dynamics and perceptions at a leading institution.
- Company: LSE's International Inequalities Institute, a hub for cutting-edge research.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, hybrid working, and excellent training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team and contribute to meaningful research over a 24-month period.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on understanding inequality while advancing your academic career.
- Qualifications: PhD in economics or relevant social sciences with expertise in inequality research.
The predicted salary is between 44143 - 52749 £ per year.
LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university.
Salary from £44,143 to £52,749 per annum inclusive with potential to progress to £56,607 pa inclusive of London allowance.
Funding is available to support this position for 24 months.
The International Inequalities Institute (III) at LSE brings together experts from many LSE Departments and Centres to lead critical and cutting-edge research on the nature, causes, and consequences of inequality.
We are seeking to recruit a Research Officer (post-doctoral researcher), for a 24-month period, to conduct original research on topics related to the dynamics and/or perceptions of inequality and fairness.
The postholder will be based in the International Inequalities Institute (III) and will contribute to the intellectual life of the School through conducting and publishing outstanding quality research on these topics.
Candidates will have
- A completed Ph D (or close to completing a Ph D by the post start date) in economics or another social science relevant for the successful conduct of research on the dynamics and/or perceptions of inequality. (If the Ph D is not completed by the job start date, a certificate stating that the defence will take place by the end of 2026 will be needed).
- Proven expertise and research interests in inequality dynamics, within or between generations, including from a comparative perspective; or in the perceptions of inequality and fairness.
- Proven skills and experience in quantitative methods which demonstrate the capacity to conduct original and rigorous research on topics related to inequality.
- Ability to conduct original analysis of data of different kinds, including survey data and large administrative datasets.
We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working, and excellent training and development opportunities.
- Should you have any queries about the role, please email the III manager
- The closing date for receipt of applications is 20 November
UK time).
Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.
Initial interviews are likely to be held virtually in January 2027.
The starting date will be in 2027 but is otherwise negotiable.
Salary from £44,143 to £52,749 per annum inclusive with potential to progress to £56,607 pa inclusive of London allowance.
Research Officer in Dynamics and/or Perceptions of Inequality in London employer: lse
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