University of Bath
Job title:
Research Associate (CH11946)
Company
University of Bath
Job description
Join our team at the ICCS International Study Centre (ISC) and play a central role in shaping the future of civic and citizenship education worldwide.As a Research Associate, you will contribute to a cutting-edge research programme and to the successful execution of the International Civic and Citizenship Education Study (ICCS), a large-scale international assessment that explores how young people learn about and engage with civic and citizenship issues.This role is offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) fixed term basis with an expected end date of 01/09/2029.You will:
- Contribute to a cutting-edge research programme in collaboration with international experts.
- Oversee project activities, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure the timely completion of deliverables.
- Contribute to inform educational policies and practices, impacting the lives of young people around the world.
- (As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath) be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year
This unique opportunity allows you to apply your research expertise and project management skills to a project of global significance. You will collaborate with a diverse team of researchers, educators and other stakeholders, working on all aspects of the ICCS, from instrument and framework development to data collection and data analysis and reporting. Your research will contribute to a deeper understanding of how young people learn about citizenship and how we can prepare them for active participation in democratic societies. Your project coordination will ensure the smooth operation and successful completion of this important international initiative.To learn more about the ICCS and its impact visit the project website:About you:You will have demonstrated experience working in a highly international environment, and the ability to effectively communicate research results to diverse stakeholders, including academic, policy, and supranational organisations. Additionally, you will have:
- PhD degree in a subject area directly relevant to ICCS; or further academic qualifications plus significant relevant professional experience in the discipline, equivalent to that of a PhD, ideally within the subject area covered by ISC and ICCS.
- A deep understanding of the operation of international large-scale assessments in education, including instrument development, translation verification of materials, data processing procedures, and documentation of field operations.
- Proficiency in the use of specialised software to analyse both quantitative and qualitative data, as well as to create tests and questionnaires on computer-based platforms.
See more details in the Person Specification.What we can offer you:
- a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
- generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
- we are a
and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements * an
that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce * a wide range of personal and
- a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for:
, , ..We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a . We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.We are very proud to be an and are an accredited ; committed to .what makes the University of Bath a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.Further details:We are constantly seeking to reduce the unconscious bias that enters any assessment process, with the goal of creating an inclusive and equal assessment process. To support this, personal details will be removed from application forms at the initial shortlisting stage.
Expected salary
£37099 – 44263 per year
Location
Bath
Job date
Sat, 03 Aug 2024 23:25:12 GMT
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