Research Assistant in School of Social Sciences

We are recruiting two highly motivated Research Assistants to work within the NTU Social Science Research Assistant Pool.

These posts will support a wide-range of research projects within the School of Social Sciences, providing short-term assistance with small or pilot projects and for larger on-going projects in need of additional research support.

The successful candidates will have the necessary skills and experience to support research across some or all of the eight School of Social Sciences Research Centres.

We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.

About the School:
The NTU School of Social Sciences is a dynamic and inclusive academic community dedicated to addressing real-world challenges through teaching, research, and civic engagement. We foster a supportive environment where students and staff work together to drive positive change in society. Research in the school is agile, impactful, and highly responsive across a broad range of social science disciplines, represented by our eight research centres. It reflects our commitment to interrogating thinking and practice across a broad range of social science disciplines. We believe in transforming practice through an intellectually curious and data-driven enquiry into what works, and what doesn't.

Benefits:
- 30–35 days annual leave per year plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata
- Hybrid working with a minimum of 60% on-campus commitment for full-time roles
- Flexible working patterns to help balance work and personal commitments
- Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection; minimum NTU contributions of 8%
- Access to formal and informal professional development opportunities
- Range of health and wellbeing services, including a Health Cash Plan, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings

Please note this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.