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Research Assistant: International Organisations in Promoting Peace and Inclusivity in Bosnia

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Liverpool John Moores University


01/06/2026


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20hrs per week.


Smart Casual

Pay


£14.63


£1.77

Description

Role
*Ringfenced to LJMU current students or graduates (within the last 2 years) Bachelors, Msc, PhD Data Science, Economics, Statistics, International Relations, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology or a related social science or data science field with relevant methodological training ONLY*

 
The Research Assistant will support a project examining how international organisations influence peace processes and inclusivity dynamics in Bosnia. The role requires strong quantitative skills, textual/qualitative coding ability, and experience using quantitative research software (Stata, R or Python).
 

This post is suitable for a person with a master’s degree in economics, Statistics, International Relations, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology or a related Social Science field with relevant methodological training.

Duties and responsibilities

The Research Assistant will develop:

Data Collection

  • Conduct systematic searches to gather datasets, policy documents, reports, and statements produced by international organisations.
  • Identify, extract and structure quantitative indicators relevant to peacebuilding, inclusion, institutional performance, or social cohesion.
  • Retrieve and organise textual sources for subsequent text analysis.

Data Analysis

  • Perform descriptive statistical analysis of project datasets (e.g., coding, tabulating, correlation/exploratory analysis).
  • Conduct text analysis using quantitative or mixed method software (e.g., NVivo/MAXQDA text coding, frequency analysis, thematic clustering, sentiment measures if appropriate).
  • Ensure data quality, documentation, and replicability.

Research Support

  • Prepare structured summaries of evidence and findings.
  • Assist with preparing figures, tables, and data visualisations.
  • Contribute to drafting methodological notes for internal reports.
  • Maintain confidentiality, secure data storage, and adhere to LJMU ethics and GDPR requirements.

Skills and experience

Essential Factors

Bachelor, Master's or PhD in 

  • Social Sciences
  • Data Sciences
  • International Relations
  • Political Science
  • Peace & Conflict Studies
  • Economics
  • Psychology or related field.
  • Demonstrable quantitative research experience and knowledge of quantitative methods.
  • Experience with quantitative text analysis and network analysis.
  • Proficiency with quantitative software (R, Stata, or Python).
  • Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and maintain accurate records.
  • Ability to work on research reports, data visualisations, and data analysis research documents.
  • Commitment to LJMUs' values and regulations, including the Diversity and Inclusion Policy.

Desirable Factors

  • Knowledge of the Balkans, peacebuilding, and international organisations
  • Experience with mixed methods approaches.
  • Prior research assistant experience.

Management & Reporting

  • The Research Assistant will report directly to the Principal Investigator.
  • Weekly or bi‑weekly check‑ins will be arranged depending on workload.
  • All work must comply with LJMU ethics, confidentiality, and data governance procedures.

Location
LJMU

Additional information
*Ringfenced to LJMU current students or graduates (within the last 2 years) Bachelors, Msc, PhD Data Science, Economics, Statistics, International Relations, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology or a related social science or data science field with relevant methodological training ONLY*

 
Applications close on Sunday 17th May 2026. 

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