Research Assistant - Deaf access by Deaf people - 0.5FTE -Until March 2028
Location Wolverhampton Campus Faculty/Department Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences Contract Type Temporary Salary £33,002 - £35,608 pa (pro rata for part-time) Closing Date 02/01/2026 Job Reference 14628 Documents
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We are seeking a talented and ambitious fluent signing researcher to work on the Open Research Area 8th call (ORA8) an ESRC funded research project. This research will contribute to this literature by focusing on the process and production of Deaf Mediators, Interpreters, and Translators (DMIT) by undertaking a:
i. representative review of the situation of DMIT in selected European countries
ii. cross-linguistic analysis of DMIT interpreting and translation in selected settings
This research will examine the impact of the different journeys and unique histories including the impact of different DMIT professionals within each country in three areas:
1. the translation of information by government, municipality, and non-government organisations from written to signed languages found on websites, new media, and other avenues to provide access to wider society,
2. interpreting on television broadcasts and via webcast to signed languages, and
3. interpreting within conference settings
The research will also explore the features of DMIT products within the three areas that facilitate comprehension by deaf audiences. This allows for a comparison between countries across all three areas with some focus on country-specific linguistic and cultural expectations (our focus being the UK). It should also find factors that facilitate comprehension in all countries and contexts.
We welcome applications from excellent candidates who can contribute to this research project. To be considered for this Research Assistant post you will ideally be an experienced, trained researcher, qualified to postgraduate level in a relevant discipline.
We are looking to recruit 1 x 0.5 FTE Research Assistants to work alongside our full-time Research Assistant – the scope will include all four research strands (Employment WP1; Translation WP2; Media WP3; Conference WP4). You will need to be fluent in a sign language and possess sufficient breadth or depth of knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to provide research assistance to the project.
Please see the Job Description for further details on these posts.
The University of Wolverhampton values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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We believe employees should be recognised for their hard work and contribution to the University's growth and success and offer an attractive range of competitive benefits to all staff:
Your Benefits:
2. Competitive salaries
3. Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
4. Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
5. Free Will Writing Service - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
6. IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family &
7. friends) & software discounts.
Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing
8. Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
9. Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
10. Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
11. Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff.
12. Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
13. Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.
Valuing You:
14. Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
15. Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
16. Free On-site Parking - available across campuses
17. Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
18. Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
19. Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.
Training and Development
20. Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
21. Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
22. Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
23. Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.
The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff
As part of our commitment to ensure the diversity of our staff body reflects those of the student and local communities we serve, we particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and candidates who are Disabled (including people who may not define themselves as disabled, but nevertheless encounter challenges)