Research Assistant for Student Belonging Project

Reference
1094884

Branch
De Montfort University (Leicester)

Start date
01/05/2025

Duration
Other - See Job

Hours and days
see advert

Dress code
Not Applicable

Rate of pay
£12.61

Holiday rate
£1.97

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.

The successful candidate will work with Dr Jess Hall, Dr Blessing Marandure and Dr Saima Noreen in the Division of Psychology, to assist with a research project exploring student experiences of belonging at DMU. 

The role is expected to commence 1st May 2025 and is expected to be completed by 31st July 2025.  The total hours of work required will be no more than 52.5 There are 6 hours of on-campus focus groups and the rest of the hours can be completed either on-campus or remotely.

Duties and responsibilities
The research assistant will support with data collection (focus groups) and they will also be required to transcribe audio data from focus groups.

Skills and experience

Essential criteria:

Must be punctual, reliable and professional.

Must have excellent communication skills (be able to follow instructions and have good written and verbal communication skills).

Must be able to work with a high degree of independence.

Must have good attention-to-detail for transcription work.

Desirable criteria:

An understanding of research methods in social sciences and/or experience transcribing audio data is desirable.

Location
De Montfort University - Hybrid

Additional information

This advert will close on 15/04/2025 (subject to change)

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

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

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