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Research Assistant

Abertay University

Location: Dundee
Salary: £31,387 to £36,924 pa, pro rata - Grade 6
Hours: Part Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 1st October 2024
Closes: 25th October 2024
Job Ref: REQ001380

Part time, 22.5 hours per week

Fixed term for a period of six months

Abertay is a modern university with a global outlook, rooted in its local and national communities. We have made our mark with high quality, well-directed teaching and research, and a stimulating and enriching experience for our students.

The Faculty of Social and Applied Sciences mixes scientific knowledge with practical applications. We will prepare you for employment through a practical, skills-based learning experience. The Faculty is a dynamic, exciting place to study. Our staff are passionate and dedicated, and many have internationally recognised expertise. Many of our subjects led REF2021 rankings for research intensity for modern Scottish universities.

The University now seeks to appoint a Research Assistant.

The role is part of a funded project with The Carnegie Trust titled “The health-related quality of life and wellbeing benefits of golf for children and adolescents with disabilities” led by Dr Graeme Sorbie, Professor David Lavalee, Dr Rhiannon Lord and Dr Ashley Williams. The project is designed to enable an evidence-based approach to promote the movement of golf for the disabled (G4D) for children and adolescents.

Reporting to the research team, you will be involved in collecting data, analysing data, and assisting with the dissemination of the findings. The Research Assistant will work closely with the research team to ensure that the project is completed effectively and within time constraints.

The role requires:

  • Experience of quantitative and qualitative data collection
  • Experience of working with children and young people
  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to work to deadlines
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to be proactive, productive and to work effectively alone and as part of a team

If you believe you have the skills and experience for this exciting and challenging role, please submit your application through our online recruitment system, which can be found by clicking the 'Apply' button above. 

Please note that we will only accept applications through our online recruitment system.

Committed to Equal Opportunities

Abertay University is a Scottish Registered Charity,

No: SC016040

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