0104-24 - Research Assistant

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Aston Business School
Location:  Aston University Main Campus
Salary:  £32,332 per annum
Grade:  Grade 07
Contract Type:  Fixed Term (See advert)
Basis:  Part Time (0.548)
Closing Date:  23.59 hours GMT on Thursday 29 February 2024
Interview Date:  To be confirmed
Reference:  0104-24
Release Date:  Wednesday 14 February 2024

The main purpose of this role is to provide research support to colleagues for a “Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Caucus (EDICa)” funded project on the work and career experiences of women experiencing or having experienced mental health issues in STEM research and innovation. 

You will be based at Aston Business School, and assist, and where necessary, take the lead on reviewing literature and policy documents, collecting and analysing research data, writing up the final report, organising advisory board meetings, developing practitioner material such as guidelines and/or training cases out of the findings and disseminating the findings to appropriate audiences under the guidance of the research team.

What we offer

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train. 
• The role is offered as 'dynamic working', which means working both on campus and from home dependent on the activity. Further information on dynamic working can be found here .
• Excellent training and development opportunities. 
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers
• Great family friendly policies
• On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here

This post is fixed term for 9 months, or until 31/12/2024 if the start date is after 1st April 2024.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Professor Dulini Fernando [email protected]

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

We recognise the value of flexible working.  Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at [email protected]