Research Assistant, Queens University Belfast – Deadline 22 March

• Undertake research activities that will include, literature searching and reviewing; undertaking qualitative interviews and focus groups with children and adults; qualitative data analysis; and critical evaluation and interpretation under the supervision of the Principal Investigator of the study.
• Present regular progress reports on the project to the research team.
• Write up results of own work and contribute to the production of research reports and publications.
• Carry out routine administrative duties as required, e.g. arranging research team meetings.
• Carry out any other duties designated by a line manager and which fall within the general ambit of the post.

• Plan own day-to-day activities and fieldwork within the timescales of the research programme.
• Contribute to the planning of the research project, reports and publications.

• Ensure research resources are used in an effective and efficient manner.
• Provide guidance as required to support staff who may be assisting with the project.

• Liaise with research colleagues and support staff on routine matters.
• Liaise with colleagues from external agencies.
• Make internal and external contacts to develop knowledge and understanding and form relationships for future collaboration.
• Attend and contribute to relevant meetings.

• An upper second class honours degree (or equivalent) in Law, Education, Psychology, Sociology or cognate discipline.
• Hold or be about to obtain (submission by 30 June 2013) a PhD in Law, Education, Psychology, Sociology or cognate discipline.
• At least one year’s relevant research experience (in addition to any experience gained during primary degree).
• Experience of undertaking literature reviews and qualitative research methods.
• Knowledge of children’s rights/ human rights or child advocacy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas effectively.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Ability to plan and organise workload to meet standards and deadlines.
• Willingness to undertake additional training in research methods as required.
• Willingness to travel around Northern Ireland and Ireland as required.
• Ability to meet the mobility needs of the post.

• Experience of researching human rights or children’s rights.
• Experience of delivering training on children’s rights or human rights.

Salary: £25,504 - £32,267 per annum (including contribution points)

Contact Ms Lesley Emerson, Lecturer for further information. Tel: 028 9097 5927, Email:l.emerson@qub.ac.uk.

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