Details
1107740
University of Warwick
23/02/2026
Other - See Job
Up to a total of 30 hours, these can be spread evenly over the 10 weeks or as required.
Smart Casual
Pay
£14.07
£1.70
Description
Role
Are you passionate about improving how people experience and interact in the digital world? Do you want to translate psychological findings on how to foster digital literacy in young people and share them at public engagement events? As a Student Research Assistant for Public Engagement and Co-Creation we are looking for students who can help us find better ways to communicate our research on digital literacy with young people and the general public to help everybody making better choices online.
Please note, due to the ature of this role applications are only open to current Warwick University Students.
Duties and responsibilities
- Review and suggest improvements to public engagement materials
- Participate actively in ideas generation
- Create and test potential new public engagement resources
- Participate in staff team meetings
- Identify, survey, and gather information and content (e.g., to evaluate public engagement activity)
Skills and experience
Skills and experience:
- The ability to explain complex ideas in simple language
- An organised approach and ability to adhere to deadlines
- Ability to work independently but also as part of a diverse team
- A professional attitude
- A creative approach to testing and developing ideas in a diverse team
- Confidence in providing insights from own experience
- Ability to demonstrate and communicate ideas, techniques, and knowledge
You do not need to have a background in psychology to apply for this position. We are open to applicants from across the social sciences, humanities, and sciences. We value diverse experiences and recognise that skills can be gained in many ways—through work, volunteering, education, or personal experiences. We understand that few candidates will meet every listed criterion or have experience in a similar role. If you're excited about this opportunity, and believe your skills and experiences align, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective may be just what we need!
How to apply
:Due to the nature of this role, it is only available to current University of Warwick students. Please prepare a one-page cover letter and a two-page CV. In these documents you can explain why you would like to work with us on this project and outline and give examples on how you meet (some of) the skills and experiences listed above.
Location
University of Warwick campus, Psychology Building and remotely (via MS Teams).
Additional information
Applications close midnight 03/02/26, by applying for this role you are consenting to your contact details being shared with the hiring manager.
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