Research & Curriculum Development Officer (Traveller & Roma education)

Description of Post

The Research and Curriculum Development Officer will play a key role in enhancing the inclusivity and representation of Traveller and Roma communities within ATU’s academic environment.

This role involves the development of a comprehensive database of relevant research with recommendations on how ATU might support increased research into Traveller and Roma relevant areas of interest, a review of current curricular content, and the identification and addressing of gaps in the inclusion of these communities in the curriculum.

The postholder will also contribute to the creation of case studies to serve as exemplars across academic disciplines. 

Essential Qualifications

Minimum

Candidates must:

• Have a primary degree in an area relevant to the project aims i.e education, social sciences, sociology of education, equity, diversity and inclusion in education

• Demonstrated understanding of Traveller and Roma Culture and History

• Demonstrated research experience

• Experience of conducting quantitative and qualitative research including participant recruitment

• Experience of writing reports

• Experience of data management and analytics..

Desirable

• Previous experience and knowledge of race and ethnic equality in curriculum development
• Experience of higher education curriculum design
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent organisational and project management skills
• Commitment to timely completion of projects
• Excellent collaborative and teamwork skills . 

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