Senior Research Fellow, Child Online Harms Policy Think Tank

Organisation/Company UNIVERSITY OF EAST LONDON Research Field Other Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 19 Oct 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country United Kingdom Type of Contract Other Job Status Part-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Location Stratford Campus

Salary £53,040 to £60,752 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Post Type Part Time

Hours per Week 7

Post Type Fixed Term

Contract Length 12 months

Closing Date Monday 19 October 2026

Interview Date To be confirmed

Reference -R

Role: Senior Research Fellow

Child Online Harms Policy Think Tank Institute for Connected Communities University of East London

Grade: G Contract: 0.2FTE fixed term 1 year Location: Stratford campus, University of East London

The University of East London (UEL) is a careers-led, forward-thinking institution committed to making a positive impact on students, graduates and the communities it serves. As one of the most diverse universities in London, UEL is proud to conduct research that addresses real-world challenges and informs policy at national and international levels.

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Research Fellow/expert in child online harms to join the Child Online Harms Policy Think Tank , based within the Institute for Connected Communities (ICC). The Think Tank is an independent academic initiative dedicated to influencing policy on child online safety, identifying legislative gaps, addressing emerging risks from AI, VR and new technologies, and conducting cutting-edge research.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work as a Senior Research Fellow at the Child Online Harms Policy Think Tank. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who will be expected to make a strong contribution to the development of the Think Tank, contributing to the gaming study and collaborating on funding development, undertaking cutting edge research in priority areas and engaging directly with policy makers to promote the work. The post holder will work closely with the Director Professor Davidson OBE, Dr Boglarka Meggyesfalvi and the wider Team.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To contribute to world-leading mixed-method research on online harms and child protection
• To lead on the development of funding bids and in fund raising in the Think Tanks strategic areas, including understanding and responding to the impact of online multiplayer gaming on child and youth safeguarding.
• To develop high quality research papers to be published in peer reviewed journals, reports and policy briefings.
• To play a contributing role in developing Think Tank stakeholder networks, particularly policy makers.
• To disseminate the work of the Think Tank widely working with a variety of stakeholders.
• To manage junior staff as appropriate

Due to the sensitive nature of the research, the successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check .

As an inclusive, equal-opportunities employer, our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we’re committed to closing the "diversity pay gap". We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and honest that there’s more to do. We’re determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive.

The role is expected to start as soon as possible following appointment.

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.

Interviews will be held remotely via Microsoft Teams.

CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.

At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.

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