Research Assistant (Data Officer)

Vacancy terms: Full-time, fixed term contract for 12 months or part-time (0.5 fte / 18.75 hours per week) for 24 months

Salary details: Grade 6 - £32,296 to £36,924 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

Hours per week: 37.5

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Research Assistant (Data Officer) to join our team at the University of Leicester’s School of Archaeology and Ancient History, contributing to the AHRC-funded Many New Worlds project. You will play a pivotal role in developing and managing a relational database that integrates new and legacy data, ensuring sustainability beyond the project’s duration.

In this role, you will coordinate the project’s data management plan, working collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure interoperability with existing platforms in the UK and Caribbean. You will also support the research team by participating in fieldwork, organising data, coordinating work packages, and contributing to the preparation of publications. This position offers an excellent opportunity to engage in innovative data management solutions while contributing to impactful research on a global stage.

The position requires occasional travel, including extended periods in the Caribbean and elsewhere, to facilitate fieldwork and data collection. With guidance from the Principal Investigator, you will manage your work independently while also engaging in regular collaboration with colleagues and external partners to ensure the project’s success.

About you

To excel in this role, you will have a degree in Archaeology, Digital Humanities, or a related field, along with experience designing and managing relational databases. Your strong analytical and data management skills will be complemented by a proven ability to apply research techniques and deliver high-quality outputs.

We value a collaborative and proactive team member who can effectively manage tasks and priorities while demonstrating excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience in data interoperability and a commitment to continuous professional development are essential. 

Additional information

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Alice Samson on avms1@leicester.ac.uk

We anticipate that interviews will take place in January 2025.

Applications for job share will be considered.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying.

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Advert closes midnight on: 06 January 2025

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