Part-time (0.1 FTE, 3.7 hrs per week); Fixed-term to 31st August 2027
Research Associate Position
We are seeking a Research Associate to join our project funded by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The project focuses on amplifying the voices of elite youth athletes (under 18), emphasizing children's rights as outlined in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), particularly Article 12 on the right to be heard.
The project employs the Lundy model of child participation as its analytical framework to evaluate how sport organizations facilitate young athletes' influence in decision-making processes. It involves a qualitative research design, including semi-structured interviews and focus groups, to explore the perspectives of young athletes and sport organization representatives.
The goal is to promote a more inclusive, athlete-centered sporting environment by elevating young athlete voices.
Candidate Profile
* Background in sport and children's rights research and practice
* Knowledge of research involving children
* Ability to work independently and in teams
* Capacity to meet deadlines
Position Details
This is a part-time, fixed-term role until 31st August 2027. The salary starts from £35,116 (Subject to annual pay awards), within the Specialist and Supporting Academic Research Grade 6.
Additional Information
For more details, please contact Dr. Serhat Yilmaz, Senior Lecturer in Sports Law, via email or telephone at 01509 228163.
Application deadline: 24 August 2025.
Loughborough University offers flexible working arrangements, including a mix of on-campus and remote work, with the expectation that the successful candidate will spend most of their time on campus.
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