The post holder will work as a Research Assistant at the Northern Ireland Productivity Forum. A key component of the post is to undertake a wide range of research activities under project guidance that may include data collection, cleaning and processing data, and running statistical analysis. You will also be required to engage with businesses and policymakers in Northern Ireland.
About the person:
1. Experience of performing research in the area of productivity
2. Experience of research on the Northern Ireland economy and business landscape
3. Ability to be self-led and self-organised within the framework of an agreed schedule of work
To be successful at the shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information.
Fixed-term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but may be renewed or made permanent subject to funding availability.
What we offer:
Beyond a competitive salary, the University offers an attractive benefits package including up to 8.4 weeks of holiday entitlement per year, pension schemes, and development opportunities. We support staff wellbeing with flexible working options, work-life balance initiatives, and support for physical and mental health. More details can be found at this link.
Queen's University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all. We subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as the Diversity Charter Mark NI and Athena Swan, and have established staff networks like iRise (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International Staff Network) and PRISM (LGBTQ+), which help us promote equality.
For more information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, visit our website.
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