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Postdoctoral Research Fellow Lasting

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Job LocationLondon
EducationNot Mentioned
SalaryCompetitive salary
IndustryNot Mentioned
Functional AreaNot Mentioned
Job TypePermanent, part-time

Job Description

This role is to support the UAL Principal Investigator (PI) in the delivery of the Lasting: Sustainable Prosperity through Product Durability project, funded by the Research Council of Norway and led by Oslo Metropolitan University.The primary objective of this three-year collaborative research project is to reduce environmental impacts through extended lifespans of durable consumer goods. Secondary objectives include: to communicate how increased longevity can be implemented in political, commercial and ideal environmental work; to increase the awareness and opportunities of consumers, authorities and commercial actors in managing durables; advancing the knowledge of environmental impacts of durables and associated strategies, taking also rebound effects into consideration. UALs work package specifically investigates international perspectives and ways other on clothing durability.The duties and responsibilities of the role include:

  • To develop a network of international contacts from diverse perspectives to contribute to discussions about the durability of clothing
  • To support the PI in conducting preliminary interviews (ca. 12) with individuals within this network
  • To facilitate the production of around six short videos examining and exploring durability in clothing from non-EuroAmerican perspectives
  • To gather insights about diverse concepts of durability as related to clothing
  • To contribute to the development of a preliminary taxonomy of non-Western durability practices and strategies in clothing, building from the emerging themes
  • To work with the PI to communicate the findings to the project partners and beyond
  • To participate in project partner meetings as appropriate
  • To contribute to the research and writing of an article outlining the process and findings
    • Why choose us The University of the Arts London (UAL) is a vibrant world centre for research and innovation, drawing together six Colleges with international reputations in art, design, fashion, communication and the performing arts. London College of Fashion (LCF), where this vacancy is based, is a global leader in fashion education, research and consultancy. Much of its success is down to its dedicated employees, and you will play an important role in shaping future creative professionals, and impact on the future of so many creative industries.Your profileYou will have a doctoral qualification, or equivalent experience, in the area of fashion and sustainability. You will furthermore have experience of working with international networks, of working within and between different perspectives and world views, of decolonial narratives around fashion and sustainability, and of making short films. You are able to set up a sample and collect data that meets the project requirements, have interview skills and are able to analyse results, including to identify emerging themes.Posting date - 19 October 2020Closing date - 16 November 2020If you have any queries you may contact ADS Recruitment Team via email For further details and to apply please click the "Visit website" button.UAL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive university - a place where we all can be ourselves and reach our full potential in our work, learning and creative practice. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.Candidates are advised to submit applications early.

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