Academic Staff Researcher

1 month ago


Newport, Newport, United Kingdom Harper Adams University Full time
Part-time PhD Research Opportunity

Harper Adams University is offering a part-time PhD research position for its current staff members. This opportunity is designed to support academic staff in pursuing their research interests while continuing their work at the university.

  • The part-time PhD research will run for 6 years, allowing staff to balance their research and work responsibilities.
  • Applicants must submit a PhD proposal that aligns with the university's research strategy and areas of research activity.
  • Only one member of staff per department or facility can start a part-time PhD in an academic year.
  • Fees will be waived, and supervisors can apply for up to £10,000 from the QR fund for project costs.
  • Staff will receive half a day a week for PhD work, allocated under the workload model.
  • Staff leaving the university within 2 years of completing their PhD will be responsible for reimbursing the fees in line with HR policy.

Staff interested in pursuing a part-time PhD should discuss their interest with their PDR reviewer and submit an application through Stonefish by 31st October. The application should include a PhD proposal, a letter explaining their interest, and a letter of support from their HoD.

The application will be assessed by the Associate Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) and Director of Postgraduate Research, with interviews scheduled as soon as possible. If successful, the workload allocation will be made for the next academic year.

Professional Services and Technical staff can submit their application at any time and will be able to start their PhD on the next appropriate start date.


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