Postdoctoral Research Assistant(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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Uk
February 22, 2026
£36636 / year
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

About the Opportunity

The Department of Economics within the School of Philosophy, Politics and Economics (SPPE) at the University of Reading is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate. This full-time post is part of a funded research project titled “The effects of permanent school closures on pupils’ outcomes”, supported by the Nuffield Foundation.

You will play a key role in shaping the project’s quantitative research agenda, conducting causal analyses, producing research outputs for both academic and policy audiences, and supporting dissemination activities. The position is offered on an 18-month fixed-term basis, with an expected start date of 1 May 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter). Hybrid and remote working arrangements can be accommodated, provided you are based in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

As the successful candidate, you will:

  • Lead and contribute to the design and implementation of quantitative research.
  • Analyse large administrative datasets to identify causal effects.
  • Prepare drafts of research papers aimed at academic journals and policymakers.
  • Participate in project meetings and events.
  • Contribute to the timely delivery and communication of project findings.

Person Specification

You should have:

  • A completed PhD in Economics or a closely related discipline (or be close to completion).
  • Exceptional quantitative and econometric expertise.
  • Experience handling and analysing large-scale datasets.
  • Advanced skills in statistical programming (e.g., Stata, R, or Python).
  • Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to prepare polished outputs for diverse audiences.
  • Desirable: Accreditation in Safe Researcher Training. See details here: Safe Researcher Training – UK Data Service.

Visa and Work Eligibility

This role falls under a relevant Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code, which may make it eligible for sponsorship via the UK’s Skilled Worker Route. Prospective applicants should check whether they meet the points requirements before applying:

How to Apply

  • Applications must be submitted by 23:59 on Sunday, 8 March 2026. Interviews will be held the week beginning 13 April 2026.
  • Applications will be reviewed on receipt, so early submission is advised.

About the Department and Institution

The Department of Economics is an active hub for interdisciplinary research, working collaboratively across the University and with external partners. You can explore more about our work and our people here:

The University is committed to diversity and inclusion, embraces the Athena SWAN Charter for gender equality, supports the Race Equality Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Flexible working arrangements, job-sharing, and part-time options will be considered where feasible.

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