Research Assistant in Development and Education Research

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• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days’ annual leave (pro-rata for variable hours appointments)
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• Opportunities for remote working.

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About the role

The Blavatnik School of Government is seeking to appoint a Research Assistant in Development and Education Research to provide research support to Dr Rachel Hinton.

You will be responsible for research support on selected education research programmes, and will also provide administrative assistance with the implementation of international development work, including that of the Blavatnik School of Government. This research will contribute to the development of the Global Goals on Education through the production of evidence as a global good.

Reporting to and working directly with Dr Rachel Hinton, you will help produce evidence products such as joint articles, literature reviews, blogs and case studies. You will also collate details on worldwide events and conferences that are relevant to education and development, and support with diary appointments, travel and events.

This contract is fixed-term until 31 July 2025, and on a variable hours basis up to 9.5 hours per week. We hope the successful candidate can start in March 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

About You

You should hold a first degree in economics, politics, development or a related discipline, and possess sufficient specialist knowledge in governance, education and international development to work within established research programmes. You must have the ability to manage your own research and administrative tasks efficiently, experience of following and adapting methodologies, as well as the ability to undertake statistical analysis. Excellent communication skills and a proven track record of strong writing are also essential.

Application Process

Please upload a supporting statement that outlines how you meet the selection criteria in your own words, along with your CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon (UK time) on Monday 27 January 2025.

Interviews are expected to be held online on Monday 10 February 2025.

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