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Research Fellow

Are you an ambitious, impact-focussed researcher looking for your next challenge?  Do you have a research interest in policing and vulnerable groups, and the interactions between them and other service providers?   Do you want to further your career at a leading research-intensive University?

You will work within the ESRC Vulnerability and Policing Futures Research Centre, jointly led from the University of York and University of Leeds, with a team of over 25 leading researchers from diverse social science disciplines. Working alongside 38 regional, national and international partners, you will play an important role, assuming significant data collection responsibilities, writing up research findings, and developing and delivering knowledge translation through Continuing Professional Training and other impact work. With a doctorate or equivalent knowledge exchange, training or research experience relevant to this research field and proven experience of empirical research, you will conduct fieldwork, synthesise existing evidence, develop research-based collaborations and work with wide-ranging partners and communities to advance social change through research.

You will join a close and well-supported interdisciplinary team of seven existing full-time Centre researchers working on an exciting programme of high profile research related to policing vulnerabilities. You will play a crucial role in this research, and be able to demonstrate strong quantitative skills and experience of semi-structured interviews. You will also be expected to contribute to impact work and the development of potential future research projects.

These 1.5 full-time equivalent posts (across York and Leeds) represent an exciting opportunity to contribute to the Centre’s innovative, interdisciplinary approach. We are building knowledge from problem-based and place-based perspectives, about the interactions between vulnerability and service providers’ responses, and using these findings to build new, integrated and innovative approaches to harm reduction that address the needs of vulnerable people.

You will be line-managed directly by either Professor Kate Brown at the University of York or Professor Adam Crawford at the University of Leeds, and will work alongside other Centre researchers and Co-investigators who are experts in their fields, delivering cutting-edge research on vulnerability and policing. You will contribute to team meetings and, with the support of senior academics, play an active role in research translation, application and impact, working with police, public services, communities, vulnerable people and NGO partners on policy and practice development.

The post holder will be expected to work on campus (either at York or Leeds) at least two days per week, including Wednesdays, when we have team meetings. The role will also include the requirement to travel to research sites and events throughout the UK, sometimes for extended periods of fieldwork.

Candidates must be willing and able to complete DBS and police vetting checks once in post. Additionally, because of the requirement to undergo police vetting to enable the research to be carried out, the successful candidate must have been resident in the UK for at least three years at the time of appointment.

Read more about the Centre on  our website and  watch our ‘about us’ video .  Watch this short video if you are interested in applying.

This opportunity is available at University of Leeds and/or University of York. 

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

ESRC Vulnerability & Policing Futures Research Centre, [email protected]

Professor Adam Crawford, email [email protected]; Professor Kate Brown, email [email protected]

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Social Research Methods Centre

An interdisciplinary Centre working across the Faculty in social science methods

Welcome to the Social Research Methods Centre at the University of Leeds!

The Social Research Methods Centre was established in 2022 to support methodological innovation and capacity building in the social sciences and drive cross-school and cross-Faculty research and innovation. It will harness and promote the strength of the Faculty and the wider University in social research methods to develop and capitalise on new research and innovation collaborations and opportunities. The Centre is an important constituent of the Faculty’s research environment – and it’s work aspires to nurture an open, inclusive, positive and vibrant research culture.

Research Assistant - Job Opportunity

Post-doctoral research assistant for collaboration with local authorities review.

Are you an early career researcher looking for your first challenge? Are you interested in the role of social sciences in understanding and addressing societal change through engagement with local policy? Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research intensive Universities?

You will be working with Leeds City Council, under the supervision of Professor Adam Crawford, to undertake a variety of tasks designed to understand and improve the process of collaboration between the university and local policymakers with a view of developing partnerships and collaborations aimed at supporting evidence-based policy making.

The Leeds Social Sciences Institute (LSSI) works to promote and champion the social sciences at Leeds both across the University and in collaboration with our external partners. It fosters interdisciplinary and international research collaborations, promotes relations with external partners in the public, private and third sectors and builds capacity through the provision of training and skills development for the next generation of research leaders.

With a successfully completed PhD (this includes work submitted for assessment, but not yet examined) in a relevant field of study, you will have interests in the role of social science research in understanding and addressing societal change and the importance of collaborating with local authorities as a way to support this endeavour. You will also have experience of conducting qualitative, or qualitative and quantitative, research. Your background may be in a range of social science fields and you must be willing to work across disciplinary boundaries. You will also work with various members of Leeds City Council staff and be involved in producing short reports on the research findings for various academic, professional and non-professional audiences during your time on this project.

You will possess excellent analytical and writing skills and the ability to deal with a variety of tasks to set deadlines. The ability to work alone or as part of a team is essential, as are strong organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Camilla McCartney, Leeds Social Sciences Institute Engagement Officer

Telephone: +44(0)113 343 0965, email:  [email protected]

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Social Research MA

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Course overview

On this rewarding course, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge to produce meaningful social research.

You’ll take core modules that will teach you how to turn social research issues and questions into workable research designs, as well as handle quantitative and qualitative data and issues such as ethics and funding applications.

You’ll also have the chance to specialise through a choice of optional modules, allowing you to pursue your interests and focus on research in disciplines such as disability studies, care, social policy analysis, criminology and evaluation of programmes and policies.

This course has recently been redesigned to meet the new postgraduate training and development guidelines of the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), meaning it stands alone as an MA but will also prepare you to apply for doctoral research in the dynamic fields of social science research. You’ll be well prepared to become a specialist social science researcher, supported by expert tutors across our active research centres and institutes.

Research insight

You’ll learn in a research-intensive, stimulating environment. As well as the Leeds Social Sciences Institute which fosters collaboration, you’ll benefit from the interdisciplinary expertise hosted by the Centre for Disability Studies , Centre for Ethnicity and Racism Studies , Centre for Interdisciplinary Gender Studies and many others. All of these centres run their own calendars of events such as workshops and seminars.

Find out more about Research in the School of Sociology and Social Policy .

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Course details

You’ll start the course by building your knowledge of research design, learning to connect research problems you are interested in with methodological and theoretical perspectives and practical research strategies. Sampling and selection, choosing the right data collection and analysis methods, the ethics and politics of research design and creating research proposals will all be among the topics you explore.

You’ll also have the chance to deepen your subject knowledge with your optional module, honing in on an area that interests you. You could focus on crime, social policy analysis or evaluative research as well as disability studies, care or social thought.

In semester two, you’ll begin intensive training in analysing quantitative and qualitative data. You’ll learn to use statistical software, design surveys and questionnaires and record, code, organise and manage qualitative data. You’ll evaluate different research methods, understanding their benefits, limitations, and ethical implications.

By the end of the programme, you’ll submit a research project that puts the skills you’ve gained into practice – and perhaps lay the foundations of your future research.

Course structure

The list shown below represents typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our terms and conditions.

For more information and a full list of typical modules available on this course, please read Social Research MA in the course catalogue

Year 1 compulsory modules

Year 1 optional modules (selection of typical options shown below)

You will also study 30 credits from the following optional modules:

Learning and teaching

At Leeds we use a range of teaching and learning methods to help you make the most of your studies and equip you with the specialist skills you’ll need in your career. These include seminars, tutorials, online learning and presentations.

You’ll also attend practical sessions and workshops where you’ll put data analysis into practice, allowing you to get hands-on experience and engage with your tutors to make the most of their expertise. Independent study is also vital to this programme, allowing you to refine your skills and prepare for your taught sessions.

On this course you’ll be taught by our expert academics, from lecturers through to professors. You may also be taught by industry professionals with years of experience, as well as trained postgraduate researchers, connecting you to some of the brightest minds on campus.

You’ll experience different assessment methods, including presentations, literature reviews, research proposals and essays. In data analysis modules, you’ll be expected to analyse and engage with data within your essays. We offer plenty of support with aspects such as academic writing.

Entry requirements

A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) or equivalent in a social science, or related subject.

We accept a range of international equivalent qualifications.

Please note that meeting the entry requirements of this course doesn't guarantee an offer of a place.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications .

Improve your English

International students who do not meet the English language requirements for this programme may be able to study our postgraduate pre-sessional English course, to help improve your English language level.

This pre-sessional course is designed with a progression route to your degree programme and you’ll learn academic English in the context of your subject area. To find out more, read  Language for Politics and Society (6 weeks)  and  Language for Social Sciences and Arts: Politics and Society (10 weeks) .

We also offer online pre-sessionals alongside our on-campus pre-sessionals.  Find out more about our six week online pre-sessional .

You can also study pre-sessionals for longer periods – read about our postgraduate pre-sessional English courses .

How to apply

Application deadlines

International – Friday 28 June 2024

UK – Friday 16 August 2024

If you intend to apply for funding, you should submit an application for a place on your chosen course at least one month before any specific scholarship deadline.

The ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page takes you to information on applying for taught programmes and to the University's online application system.

If you're unsure about the application process, contact the admissions team for help.

Documents and information we will need include:

• original or certified copies of your transcripts
• original or certified copies of your degree certificate
• original or certified copy of your IELTS/TOEFL results (if English is not your first language)

Read about visas, immigration and other information in International students . We recommend that international students apply as early as possible to ensure that they have time to apply for their visa.

Admissions policy

University of Leeds Admissions Policy 2025

This course is taught by

School of Sociology and Social Policy

Postgraduate Admissions Office

Email: [email protected] Telephone:

UK: £11,500 (Total)

International: £24,500 (Total)

Read more about paying fees and charges .

For fees information for international taught postgraduate students, read Masters fees .

Additional cost information

There may be additional costs related to your course or programme of study, or related to being a student at the University of Leeds. Read more on our living costs and budgeting page .

Scholarships and financial support

If you have the talent and drive, we want you to be able to study with us, whatever your financial circumstances. There may be help for students in the form of loans and non-repayable grants from the University and from the government.  Find out more at Masters funding overview .

The School of Sociology and Social Policy usually offers a number of scholarships each year. Find out more on the School's scholarships page .

Career opportunities

In the last decade, there has been enormous growth in social research, leading to an increasing variety of career options. There are a number of different research environments, such as academic departments, third sector organisations, private research organisations and governmental agencies – all of which have distinctive research cultures.

There is an increasing emphasis on the production of high-quality, rigorous and meaningful research by professionally trained researchers. We designed the MA in Social Research to provide such training, and the course will interest people pursuing, or enhancing, a research-related career in a wide range of settings.

Careers support

We encourage you to prepare for your career from day one. That’s one of the reasons Leeds graduates are so sought after by employers.

The Careers Centre and staff in your faculty provide a range of help and advice to help you plan your career and make well-informed decisions along the way, even after you graduate. Find out more about Careers support .

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