This is an exciting chance to work as part of an interdisciplinary team of academics from the University of Plymouth, the London School of Economics and the University of East Anglia on a national mixed-methods research project. This role is based in Plymouth, though you will be carrying out significant parts of the role in West Cornwall. You will therefore have the opportunity to work autonomously, but with comprehensive support from your manager in Plymouth and in partnership with a respected civil society organisation in Cornwall.
A Research Assistant is required to work on an Economic and Social Research Council funded project entitled, ‘Gypsy and Traveller Experiences of Crime and Justice Since the 1960s’ being completed by the University of Plymouth, the University of East Anglia and the London School of Economics. Under the guidance of Dr Zoë James and as a member of the team, you will be responsible for the delivery of research support to the project, undertaking research, including literature and database searches and providing research and administrative support to the academic colleagues responsible for the project.
You will be responsible for working with the research team to:
Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.
This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for a period of 12 months due to funding.
A current full driving licence and willingness to travel is essential as you will be required to travel to remote areas not easily accessible by public transport.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Dr Zoë James by email z.james@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 01752 585792.
The University of Plymouth is committed to equality of opportunity, promoting a diverse and inclusive culture, demonstrated through our commitment to the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and as a Stonewall diversity champion. All applications will be judged solely on merit, however, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently under-represented in the workforce, for example black and minority ethnic groups.
University of Plymouth holds a TEF (Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes Framework) Silver by the Office for Students.
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