Career Opportunities

Applications are invited for the position of Part-time Senior Research Assistant (several posts) at the Social Sciences Research Centre (SSRC) within the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Duties and Responsibilities

As a Qualitative Senior Research Assistant, you will play a critical role in the full lifecycle of our social research projects, from initial design through to final reporting. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Research Design: Collaborate on the design of qualitative research studies, including drafting interview guides, focus group protocols, and screening questionnaires.
• Data Collection: Conduct one-on-one personal in-depth interviews and moderate focus groups, while assisting with participant recruitment and study logistics.
• Data Analysis: Manage, code, and rigorously analyse qualitative data (transcripts, field notes) using relevant software.
• Reporting & Synthesis: Draft high-quality reports and presentations that translate complex qualitative data into actionable insights. Partner with the quantitative team to combine research results and deliver comprehensive, mixed-methods insights.
• Project Support: Conduct literature reviews and ensure all data collection complies with research ethics and Institutional Review Board standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree or higher with at least 1 years’ experience or a Bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years’ experience, preferably in a social science discipline (e.g., Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Public Policy, or related)
• Qualitative Experience: Proven track record of independently designing, implementing, and analysing qualitative research, specifically using in-depth interviews and focus groups.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in at least one major qualitative data analysis software package (e.g., NVivo, ATLAS.ti, MAXQDA, Dedoose).
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to synthesize large volumes of unstructured data, identify patterns, and extract meaningful themes.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills to build rapport with diverse participants, combined with excellent writing skills for drafting professional reports.
• Work Style: Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple project phases both independently and collaboratively.

What We Offer

The appointment will be made on a temporary hourly-paid basis for 1 year, to commence as soon as possible with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and funding availability.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online applications for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until August 31, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

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