Are you an early career researcher looking for your first challenge? Do you have a background in social research? Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research-intensive Universities?
The Leeds University School of Media and Communication is seeking a Research Assistant to work for 3 months - working on a AHRC funded project studying generic visuals in the news. The project is a collaboration with the University of Sheffield and is designed to evaluate the way stock photos and simple data visualizations assemble publics.
The job involves project administration related to the preparation for the staging of a generic visuals’ exhibition in the Summer of 2026 and other engagement activities. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to build strong relationships with external collaborators.
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Christopher Anderson, Professor of Media and Communication, Director of Postgraduate Research
Email C.W.Anderson@leeds.ac.uk
Location:
Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service:
Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Cultures
School/Institute:
School of Media and Communication
Salary:
£28,762 to £34,308 p.a.
Contract Type:
Fixed Term (for 3 months due to funding)
Release Date:
Thursday 02 February 2026
Closing Date:
Thursday 16 February 2026
