Research with impact
Research in the Faculty of Social Sciences explores some the most complex challenges of our time. Our academics work at the forefront of knowledge, building lasting partnerships and creating change across the globe.
We’re working to overcome some of the world’s greatest challenges, from the housing crisis to climate change, economic recovery, pandemic prevention and much more.
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From embedding innovative processes in your business to crafting evidence-led policy, you can access our world-leading research and build lasting partnerships that drive change.
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Early career fellowships
We welcome expressions of interest from high-quality, early-career candidates whose research interests align with those of colleagues across the Faculty of Social Sciences’ academic departments and interdisciplinary research institutes and centres.
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Research Flagships
The University of Sheffield's four flagship institutes bring together key strengths to tackle these problems, turning interdisciplinary and translational research into real-world solutions.