Overview
The School of Applied Sciences at Edinburgh Napier University is recognised for the quality of the educational provision we offer, the employability of our graduates and the international reputation and partnerships we have. Currently, we have an opportunity for a Research Assistant to support a new research project focused on career guidance for older workers, collecting and managing data in accordance with the study and assisting with analysis and interpretation of results.
The role:
As Research Assistant, you will have the opportunity to use your experience of qualitative research and a Psychology or Social Science background to assist with a new study that aims to build a partnership in preparation for seeking funding for a larger research project. As someone who has studied Psychology or Social Science at postgraduate level, your knowledge of qualitative methods of analysis will support you in recruiting participants for the study and assisting with the collection and management of interview data. These skills will also help with data analysis and interpretation of results, as well as contributing to identifying methods of service evaluation and clarifying the concept of a “good” career outcome.
We anticipate that you will have excellent organisational and people skills and this role will allow you to utilise these to full effect as you proactively manage your workload and actively participate as a valued member of the research team, attending and contributing to relevant meetings as appropriate.
Laterally, you will be involved in a valuable study that aims to identify key areas affecting older workers and the challenges experienced in their careers, with data that could potentially be used to influence changes that positively impact the lives of those individuals.
Responsibilities
* Recruitment of participants for the study and collection and management of interview data
* Assist with data analysis and interpretation of results
* Contribute to identifying methods of service evaluation and clarifying the concept of a “good” career outcome
* Collaborate with the research team and participate in relevant meetings
Qualifications
* Masters (postgraduate) degree in a discipline related to social science or psychology
* Experience of conducting qualitative interviews and methods of analysis
* Experience of report writing for research purposes
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and report writing
* Excellent organisation, prioritisation, and time management skills, with a flexible approach to working
For a full role description, please see the full role description.
Benefits
Annual leave entitlement based on 46 days (pro-rated accordingly), contributory pension of 17.6 – 26% (depending on circumstances), flexible working and professional development opportunities. Further information regarding our benefits can be viewed here.
Additional information
Salary: Grade 4 - £37,694 p/a (pro rata) – depending on experience.
Contract: Fixed-term – Until 30 June 2026
Hours: 24.5 hrs per week
Closing date: 28 September 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 6 October 2025
The University holds Disability Confident, Carer Positive and Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champion status. More details can be provided on request. We are a flexible Employer.
On this occasion, the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship or visa support for this role. International applicants will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
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