Research Assistant - Arts/Humanities/Creative Tech

We are seeking a collaborative and detail-focused Research Assistant to work with academic colleagues in Arts & Creative Technologies, on a range of research projects linked to our REF 2029 submission. You will be involved in every stage of the research process — from preparing ethics applications and reviewing literature to gathering information, working with data, and helping to prepare findings for publication.

Your role will include:

• Gathering and working with research data using relevant methods and software (e.g., SPSS, RStudio, NVivo).
• Reviewing and summarising academic literature.
• Helping to draft research papers and preparing data for repositories and REF submission.
• Assisting with project organisation, record keeping, and finance processes.
• Sharing research results within and beyond the University.

We are looking for an individual who:

• Have a degree in a relevant subject (postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience desirable).
• Bring skills in designing studies, collecting and working with data, and drafting research outputs - including statistics.
• Have knowledge of current topics, approaches, and ethical practice in the relevant field.
• Are confident using IT tools and research databases.
• Enjoy working with others and building positive relationships.
• Can manage tasks carefully, meet agreed timelines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Are committed to equality, diversity, and continuous learning
• Are AI literate
• Have knowledge of REF2029 and related processes 
• Have skills in using research tools such as SPSS, Nvivo, Qualtrics

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Successful applicants will be required to prove their right to work in the UK prior to the commencement of their employment.  

Whilst the University of Greater Manchester is a licensed sponsor, under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) not all roles are eligible for visa sponsorship. 

This position may not meet the criteria for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). 

Eligibility will be assessed in line with the Home Office requirements at the time of making the offer.

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