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    Research Assistant - London, United Kingdom - Birkbeck, University of London

    Birkbeck, University of London
    Birkbeck, University of London London, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Part time, Fixed-Term/Contract
    Description

    We are excited to announce a new opportunity for a Research Assistant to join the School of Social Sciences at Birkbeck, University of London. You will work closely with Dr Jasmine Bhatia on projects related to the fall of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in August 2021 and Taliban governance in the years since.

    • Salary of £20.35 per hour
    • Part-time position until 1 June 2025
    • Opportunity to contribute to significant research projects

    As a Research Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

    • Assisting with secondary data collection and literature reviews
    • Organising and conducting interviews
    • Reviewing transcripts for accuracy
    • Assisting with social media analysis
    • Contributing to written outputs and grant applications.

    The ideal candidate for the Research Assistant role will have:

    • Specialist knowledge of the Afghan context
    • Fluency in English, Dari and Pashto
    • Experience in academic or professional communications and research
    • Effective oral and written communication skills
    • Proficiency in standard computer packages
    • Attention to detail and strong organisational skills
    • A postgraduate degree or equivalent.

    Remuneration

    £20.35 per hour, Grade 6 on the College's London Pay Scale, which includes a consolidated Weighting/Allowance that applies only to staff whose normal contractual place of work is in the London area.

    Terms and Conditions

    Fixed-term, 13 month contract (150 hours in total). Please submit a CV for consideration.

    Closing date: 12 May 2024, interview date 17 May 2024.

    Enquiries

    If you would like to know more about the role, please click on apply below or contact Dr Jasmine Bhatia -

    For more information, visit

    If you have difficulty using the recruitment portal, please contact providing your name and the job reference number of the position. While we are happy to respond to all informal enquiries, only formal applications through the online system will be considered.

    Birkbeck offers a competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements and some of the most generous benefits in the HE sector, all while being located right in the heart of Central London.

    We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer Scheme.

    £20.35 per hour

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