Research Associate - Community Engagement & Participatory Design
Quick answer
The Open University – IET Academic is hiring a Research Associate - Community Engagement & Participatory Design (Milton Keynes, Hybrid/Remote) paying £38,784 to £42,254 pro rata for part time hours to deliver a citizen inquiry project across two sites, Milton Keynes and Cardiff.
- Role
- Research Associate - Community Engagement & Participatory Design
- Organization
- The Open University – IET Academic
- Location
- Milton Keynes, Hybrid/Remote
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £38,784 to £42,254 pro rata for part time hours
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
The role
The Open University is seeking a Research Associate to deliver a citizen inquiry project across two sites, Milton Keynes and Cardiff, focusing on community engagement and participatory design.
What you'll do
- Facilitating participatory workshops with small groups at both Milton Keynes and Cardiff sites
- Delivering data collection across Phases 1 and 2
- Supporting Phase 2 co-design workshops
- Conducting qualitative analysis of workshop transcripts, interview recordings, field notes, and participant artefacts
- Travelling between Milton Keynes and Cardiff to deliver sessions
- Contributing to the dissemination of findings
What it takes
- PhD in Community Engagement/Participatory Design/Citizen Science/Museum Education or related field
- Experience of designing or facilitating participatory and/or community-engaged research
- Demonstrated experience of working with underrepresented communities
- Strong qualitative research skills
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and as part of a team
What you'll bring
How we treat you
A range of benefits to recognise and reward great work, alongside policies and flexible working that contribute towards a great work life balance.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Milton Keynes, with hybrid/remote working options.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is £38,784 to £42,254 pro rata for part time hours.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a PhD in Community Engagement/Participatory Design/Citizen Science/Museum Education or related field, experience of designing or facilitating participatory and/or community-engaged research, and strong qualitative research skills.
How do I apply?
To apply, please submit a CV and a supporting statement no more than 1000 words outlining how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria listed in the job description.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 10/20/2026 at 11:59pm.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Open University – IET Academic's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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