Open Research Assistant (CIVICA)

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university

Salary from £33,558 to £38,541 pa (pro rata) with potential to progress to £41,404 pa inclusive of London allowance

This is a fixed term appointment for 2 years and is part time working 17.5 hours per week.

The Library of LSE is a National Research Library, supporting the research and teaching of LSE as well as social science research beyond the School. The Library is heavily involved in delivering LSE’s new research strategy, Research for the World, including championing open research practices in the social sciences. LSE is also an active member of CIVICA, an alliance of the ten leading European higher education institutions in the social sciences, humanities, business management and public policy.

This part-time post is based in Open Research Services and will work across the CIVICA alliance to build capacity to support Open Research in the social sciences in Europe. The post holder will work closely with the Open Research Librarian to develop an Open Research Community within LSE and link this community to others at CIVICA institutions across the alliance. They will also support colleagues at other institutions to build capacity within their institutions and link those supporting open research in a cross-CIVICA community.

Candidates should have experience handling enquiries and communicating with researchers, including the ability to convey complex information clearly. Additionally, you will be able to exercise initiative within your own area of work and have an awareness of when to involve colleagues. You will be expected to develop knowledge of open research and stay up to date with a changing policy landscape.

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working, and excellent training and development opportunities.

For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click on the Apply button above. Should you have any queries about the role, please email Rosie Higman, r.a.higman@lse.ac.uk.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 8^th September 2024 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

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