Business Research Associate Free UK Visa Job

Accounting / Finance
Uk
January 1, 2025
Full Time
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Job Summary

About Swansea University

Swansea University, established in 1920, is a research-driven institution known for its innovative contributions to academia and society. With a strong emphasis on exploration and discovery, we combine world-class teaching and cutting-edge research to create an exceptional academic environment.

Our picturesque waterfront campuses and vibrant multicultural community make us a sought-after workplace for professionals from across the globe. We are proud to offer a balanced work-life experience, supported by attractive rewards, benefits, and flexible working arrangements.

About the Role

Position: Fixed-Term (until September 2028)
Hours: Full-Time

The Natural Products BioHUB is a groundbreaking industry-academia initiative focused on accelerating the development of economically sustainable products derived from living organisms. Leveraging existing research capabilities and innovative business strategies, this project aims to streamline the journey from discovery to commercialization.

Key objectives include advancing algal biotechnology applications, enhancing natural product discovery, and addressing regulatory challenges to foster commercial viability. The BioHUB promotes green technology innovation and contributes to global sustainability goals.

This role operates at the interface of multiple disciplines, combining expertise in Consumer Psychology (School of Psychology) and Business Model Development (School of Management) to drive successful product commercialization. Tasks may involve employing choice-based experimental methods to analyze stakeholder decision-making and incorporating these insights into actionable business models. The role will be jointly managed by the School of Psychology and the School of Management.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Swansea University is committed to fostering equality, diversity, and inclusion across all aspects of its operations. We strive to create an inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages applications from candidates with protected characteristics, including but not limited to:

  • Age
  • Disability
  • Gender reassignment
  • Marriage and civil partnership
  • Pregnancy and maternity
  • Race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin)
  • Religion or belief
  • Sex
  • Sexual orientation

Applications submitted in Welsh are warmly welcomed and will not be disadvantaged.

Welsh Language Skills

This role requires Level 1 Welsh language proficiency, which includes the ability to:

  • Pronounce Welsh words
  • Answer the phone in Welsh with basic greetings (e.g., “Good morning/afternoon”)
  • Use simple everyday phrases (e.g., “Thank you,” “Please”)

Training to achieve Level 1 proficiency is available through a one-hour course. Swansea University actively promotes the Welsh language and encourages staff to view it as a valuable workplace skill and a gateway to cultural opportunities.

Applicants fluent in Welsh can request an interview in Welsh. For roles where Welsh is essential, applications and interviews must be conducted in Welsh.

Application Details

Application Format: Submit a CV and cover letter.
Closing Date: 7 January 2025
Interview Date: 20 January 2025

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