Daniel Jones | he/him
Human Geography PhD candidate researching how adults with Tourette syndrome experience and interact with public spaces, and what value creative methodological approaches can bring to experience-based disability research.
I'm a mixed methods social-science researcher with a range of qualitative and creative data collection and analysis skills. I am currently completing a PhD in Human Geography, and am looking for full-time post-doctoral academic employment commencing in April 2024. If you wish to discuss an opportunity with me, please email dpjones.photo@outlook.com
Recent publications / Speaking engagements:
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Click here to see my current publications and speaking engagements
Areas of expertise:
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Qualitative data analysis
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Mixed methods research
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Intersectionality
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Disability, neurodiversity, and chronic illness
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Equality/equity, diversity and inclusivity
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Methods training
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Research engaging with disabled people
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Solidarity and social justice
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Space, place and affect
Role requirements:
Hours: 35+ hours per week. Hours can flex with demand.
Duration: Minimum 6 month contract.
Location: Remote, commutable from Newcastle upon Tyne, or only requiring occasional in-person meetings/fieldwork outside of Newcastle upon Tyne.
Working experience
Teaching Assistant | Newcastle University | October '20 - Present
Research Assistant | Newcastle University | November '22 - June '23
Teaching assistant work included delivering seminars, marking assignments, and checking online accessibility for hybrid-delivery courses. Topics include but are not limited to migration & displacement; qualitative research methods; social geographies; sociological research design; and employability and study skills.
Working as a research assistant on a project titled 'Doing research as chronically ill, disabled and neurodiverse', commissioned by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, I research and reported on the experiences of research had by disabled colleagues within the institution. I co-designed the methodologies, carried out data collection, and wrote the final report in order to share information with the institutional EDI team and make tangible recommendations for institutional change in line with Newcastle University's commitment to colleague wellbeing, particularly regarding disabled people.
Research Assistant | Newcastle University | June '22 - September '22
Working as a research assistant on a project commissioned by Advance HE investigating the benefits and risks of developing a holistic approach to EDI accreditation. Key duties include but are not limited to collaboratively designing the project's methodological structuring; developing research instruments and facilitating consultation events; analysis of qualitative and quantitative data; co-authoring an evidence report.
Teaching Assistant | Newcastle University | October '20 - Present
Teaching assistant work included delivering seminars, marking assignments, and checking online accessibility for hybrid-delivery courses. Topics include but are not limited to migration & displacement; qualitative research methods; social geographies; sociological research design; and employability and study skills.
Stage Manager | Royal Geographical Society | August '21 - Present
Working as a conference stage manager at the RGS-IBG International Conferences (2021, 2022), playing host to 2,000+ delegates. Responsibilities include but are not limited to acting as tech. support throughout online aspects of the conference; ensuring that session chairs and presenters are familiar with hybrid platforms; keeping session chairs to time in order to keep to schedule. This role is a repeated position, occurring each year as long as the conference remains virtual/hybrid in it's delivery.
Copy Editor | Independent | March '22 - June '22
Ensuring that the academic book in question was formatted (style, spelling, referencing, etc.) in line with the Taylor & Francis Group publication style guidelines and submission requirements. The role required working with 10+ authors and multiple editors who contributed to the book, and liaising with relevant stakeholders.
Research Assistant | Newcastle University | June '21 - October '21
Working on a project situated in the department of Geography, Politics & Sociology looking at gerontechnologies and the use of robots in assistive care living contexts. Working in a team of 2, responsibilities included administrative tasks, calendar management, and in-depth interview transcription.
Societies & Media Coordinator | Reading University Students' Union | April '19 - September '20
Supporting, administrating and developing 100+ societies, dance groups and student media streams (including radio, TV, and print) on a 19,000 cap campus. This included sourcing and delivering development opportunities for 700+ volunteers per year, on topics including but not limited to media law; budget management, and events planning. I coordinated a budget of circa £68,000 per year, taking the lead on UK and international student trips, and key SU flagship events such as Varsity, Committee Election Weeks, and Freshers' Fayres.
