The Project Associate (PA) will be recruited from India and will be primarily responsible for conducting the feasibility study for the project. We are seeking a proactive and organised PA to support the coordination, communication, and delivery of key project activities including stakeholder engagement, Early Career Researcher (ECR) support, and symposium planning. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about sustainability, urban development, or international collaboration who enjoys working in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment. The role requires strong analytical skills, an understanding of sustainable urban development, and experience in interdisciplinary research.

• Conduct a feasibility study assessing the integration of smart, sustainable, and green (SSG) concepts in Ludhiana and Birmingham.
• Collect, analyse, and interpret data related to urban resilience, green infrastructure, and digital technologies.
• Review policies, case studies, and existing frameworks on smart and sustainable urban development in India.
• Engage with stakeholders, including policymakers, urban planners, and community representatives, to gather insights.
• Assist in developing reports, policy briefs, and recommendations based on research findings.
• Support collaborative knowledge exchange activities between UK and Indian researchers.
• Contribute to dissemination efforts, including workshops, presentations, and publications.
• Assist in other project-related tasks such as logistical and communication aspects, stakeholder and ECR coordination , as well as flexible project support as needed under the guidance of the project leads.

• A minimum of a Master’s degree (PhD degree is preferred) in Urban Planning, Sustainability, Environmental Science, Digital Transformation, Civil Engineering, Smart Cities, or a related field.
• Experience in conducting feasibility studies, urban research, or policy analysis.
• Strong understanding of sustainable urban development, green infrastructure, and digital urban technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in qualitative and/or quantitative research methods.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote research environment.
• Experience engaging with stakeholders and conducting fieldwork (preferred but not essential).

• Knowledge of urban governance frameworks and policies in India and the UK.
• Experience in interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary research.
• Familiarity with data visualisation tools, or urban simulation software.
• Prior experience in UK-India research collaborations (preferred but not required).