Research Assistant

Reference
1094383

Branch
De Montfort University (Leicester)

Start date
01/04/2025

Duration
Other - See Job

Hours and days
See advert

Dress code
Not Applicable

Rate of pay
£19.82

Holiday rate
£3.09

Role

Unitemps is a University-owned temporary staffing agency that operates in various universities, including De Montfort University (DMU). There are several benefits to working with Unitemps at DMU:

Networking Opportunities: Through Unitemps, you may have the chance to work with various departments and individuals at the university. This can help you expand your network and establish connections that may be valuable for your future career.

Professional Development: Many positions available through Unitemps may offer opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement. You can learn new skills and gain valuable knowledge while on the job.

Career Progression: Some temporary positions may lead to permanent employment within the university, giving you a potential pathway for long-term career advancement.

Contribution to the University Community: By working with Unitemps at DMU, you become a part of the university community and can contribute to its success and growth.

More information on the DMU Branch can be found HERE.

We are seeking a Research Assistant to support a HEIF-funded project exploring cybersecurity challenges for micro-businesses (1–5 employees) and assessing the feasibility of an AI-driven cybersecurity platform. This role will involve conducting research, engaging with stakeholders, and contributing to the development of a business model for scalable cybersecurity solutions.

The start we are aiming for is 02/04/2025 with an end date of 30/06/2025 - there are 225 hours to be utilised, hybrid/ remote working will be considered.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Conduct research on cybersecurity threats, industry trends, and existing security solutions for micro-businesses.
2. Assist in analysing cyber risks and business resilience needs for small enterprises.
3. Support stakeholder engagement, including arranging meetings and gathering insights from industry experts.
4. Collect and analyse qualitative and quantitative data to inform project outcomes.
5. Assist in preparing reports, case studies, and research papers for dissemination.
6. Contribute to the development of recommendations for future funding applications (e.g., KTP, Innovate UK).

Skills and experience

• Ideally a PhD candidate or postgraduate student with research experience in cybersecurity, business resilience, or a related field.
• Experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Experience in report writing and research dissemination.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders and work within interdisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Location
De Montfort University

Additional information

Unitemps is acting as an Employment Business, supplying temporary workers, in relation to this vacancy.

Unitemps DMU operates a monthly payroll - Please refer to the candidate information hub for DMU Unitemps in relation to pay dates and further information - https://www.unitemps.com/resources/info-hub/?type=candidate-uk&branch=dmu">HERE

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